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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, Preparation for Combat.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where were most of Sledge's classmates transferred to after Boot Camp?
(a) Camp Willams.
(b) Camp David.
(c) Camp Elliot.
(d) Camp Pendleton.

2. Sledge gets the chance to meet veterans from where?
(a) Bougainville.
(b) Nagisaki.
(c) Okinawa.
(d) British Isles.

3. Why is Sledge so tense while on board the ship?
(a) He is very sea-sick.
(b) He is hearing a lot of bad rumors.
(c) He does not respect his commanding officer.
(d) He does not know his destination.

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

5. What was the company's opinion of Captain Haldane?
(a) They adored him.
(b) They were afraid of him.
(c) They needed him.
(d) They hated him.

Short Answer Questions

1. What unique hand-to-hand combat technique was offered at Camp Elliot?

2. What state was sledge born in?

3. What is Sledge recognized as after his graduation from boot camp?

4. Where was Sledge stationed?

5. What was Sledge's job in the Marines?

(see the answer key)

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