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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12, Of Mud and Maggots.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is Sledge's unit located during the fighting in chapter 12?
(a) Half Moon Hill.
(b) Bloody Nose Ridge.
(c) Heart Break Hill.
(d) Broken Neck Hollow.

2. What is the state of the water that the Marines are supplied with after the first day of battle at Peleliu?
(a) Hot but clean.
(b) Foul and polluted.
(c) Cluttered with debris.
(d) Cool and crisp.

3. What month does Sledge reach his destination for his off-combat time?
(a) December.
(b) September.
(c) November.
(d) October.

4. What is the expected mortality rate on the beaches at Okinawa?
(a) 85%
(b) 25%
(c) 75%
(d) 50%

5. How does Sledge's company celebrate Christmas while they are away from combat?
(a) A USO concert with Bob Hope.
(b) Good food.
(c) Big presentation of presents.
(d) They read Bible passages and pray for peace.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sledge feel is slipping away as he endures barrage after barrage of Japanese fire on Okinawa?

2. How many marines were lost on the first day of fighting at Peleliu?

3. Where does Sledge go for R&R after his first tour of combat?

4. What does Sledge feel about religion in war?

5. What is covering nearly every surface while Sledge works as a stretcher bearer?

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