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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4 - 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. One rumor suggested that German sympathizers used what animal to convey intelligence to the enemy?
(a) Chickens.
(b) Sheep.
(c) Goats.
(d) Cows.

2. The rumor about German sympathizers conveying intelligence to the enemy suggested that they were relaying what type of information?
(a) Artillery locations.
(b) Troop movements.
(c) Air strike flight plans.
(d) Troop locations.

3. The author compares military training to which of the following?
(a) Police force training.
(b) A crucible.
(c) Public school.
(d) The classic Greek gymnasium.

4. In the iconic pre-war image discussed in Chapter 1, what are the soldiers towing?
(a) A light field-piece.
(b) A destroyed enemy vehicle.
(c) Heavy artillery.
(d) Ammunition and supplies.

5. The author suggests that before the outbreak of war, the American military was prepared for what type of performance?
(a) Rapid deployment.
(b) Extended duty.
(c) Light duty.
(d) Heavy duty.

Short Answer Questions

1. Soldiers were often not given what type of information?

2. In the iconic pre-war image discussed in Chapter 1, the soldiers are driving what sort of vehicle?

3. Americans believed that heavy bombers had what quality?

4. Even with advanced bombsights, bombs would routinely land how far away from their targets?

5. According to the author, before the outbreak of war, what did Americans expect their military performance to be like?

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