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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1 Chapter 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Fowler see most of the men in the press corps?
(a) Fowler finds his American colleagues in the press to be big, noisy, boyish and middle-aged types.
(b) He sees them as being very familiar with the culture of Vietnam.
(c) He sees them as quiet, hard working professionals.
(d) He sees them as men who could not get a job anywhere else.

2. How does Pyle treat Phuong when they first meet?
(a) He treats her as an older person.
(b) He treats her as if she were a fine lady.
(c) He treats her as if she were not there.
(d) He treats her as if she were a street walker.

3. What is Alden Pyle's Passion?
(a) Phuong
(b) Scotch and soda
(c) Getting the French out of Vietnam
(d) To reform and redeem the entire universe

4. What does Fowler dream after he finally falls asleep?
(a) He dreams of walking in the meadows of England.
(b) He dreams of taking his opium pipe at home.
(c) He finally falls asleep and dreams of Pyle and Phuong dancing.
(d) He dreams of fine food and wine.

5. Who surprises Fowler by showing up during the march out of Phat Diem?
(a) Granger
(b) Hei
(c) Pyle
(d) Vigot

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the author of the books Pyle likes so much?

2. What restriction is imposed by the French after the battle of Phat Diem?

3. What does Fowler think about the prospects of the French holding the north?

4. What alibi does Fowler give for his whereabouts?

5. In contrast to the American press corps men, how does Fowler assess Pyle?

(see the answer key)

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