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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, Stay of Execution.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Sledge surprised to find as he watches the native birds on Peleliu?
(a) He was confident that he would live.
(b) He was numb to emotion.
(c) He felt very peaceful.
(d) He was no longer afraid.

2. What is surprising about the Japanese counter attack on Peleliu?
(a) It was not as intense as anticipated.
(b) It was much more intense than anticipated.
(c) It was not a Banzai attack.
(d) It came too soon.

3. What does Sledge say in his interview to be an officer?
(a) He could never put men in harm's way.
(b) He is not knowledgeable enough to lead.
(c) He would not want to re-enlist just to be promoted.
(d) He has little respect for most of his officers.

4. How did Sledge feel about his time at Camp Elliot?
(a) Unsanitary and humilating.
(b) Satisfactory and enjoyable.
(c) Stressful and overwhelming.
(d) Exciting and dramatic.

5. Where were the troops transported to after leaving Camp Elliot?
(a) Camp St. Mark.
(b) Camp St. Louis.
(c) Camp St. Lorence.
(d) Camp St. Francis.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the focus of training at Camp Elliot?

2. What is the name of Sledge's platoon at Okinawa?

3. What does a clear distinct voice tell Sledge while he is sitting with a group of buddies on Peleliu?

4. What does Sledge think about the Marine Corps pilots while he is heading away from Peleliu?

5. Why is Sledge so tense while on board the ship?

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