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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. What famous personality performs a show for Sledge's company?
(a) Bob Hope.
(b) Peggy Armstrong.
(c) Lil' Abner.
(d) Marilyn Monroe.

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

3. What unique hand-to-hand combat technique was offered at Camp Elliot?
(a) Karate.
(b) Boxing.
(c) Knife fighting and judo.
(d) Fencing.

4. What is Sledge recognized as after his graduation from boot camp?
(a) An instructor.
(b) An officer.
(c) A legal voter.
(d) A marine.

5. What was the name of Sledge's older brother?
(a) Daniel.
(b) Edward.
(c) Frank.
(d) Jacob.

Short Answer Questions

1. What chore at camp does Sledge hate the most?

2. How did Sledge feel about his time at Camp Elliot?

3. What were the Marines taught about "fighting dirty"?

4. Where were the troops transported to after leaving Camp Elliot?

5. What did Sledge's instructors promise that they would need to know to do?

(see the answer key)

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