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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11, Of Shock and Shells.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Sledge think about the Marine Corps pilots while he is heading away from Peleliu?
(a) They are not as skilled as the Japanese.
(b) They are incredibly skilled.
(c) They are harbingers of death.
(d) They are highly effective.

2. What does Sledge note that most accounts of war leave out of the record?
(a) The mental strain of having to take another man's life.
(b) The effects of extreme sleep deprivation.
(c) The taxing struggle of manual re-supply.
(d) The emotional toll of losing comrades in arms.

3. Who does Sledge describe as "slightly Asiatic in thinking"?
(a) Haldane.
(b) Hanover.
(c) Shelton.
(d) Haney.

4. What is so impressive to Sledge about Haldane?
(a) He is incredibly brave.
(b) His laugh is infectious and warm.
(c) He has the strength of ten men.
(d) He has remarkable concern for his men.

5. Where did Sledge attend boot camp?
(a) San Marino.
(b) San Diego.
(c) San Francisco.
(d) San Albana.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Sledge describe as having a bizarre blend of capable leadership and nonsensical behavior?

2. Why was the ship so poorly accommodated for the troops?

3. What does Sledge do at every stop along the way as they advance along the airfield on Peleliu?

4. What is Sledge's reaction to the first Japanese casualties he sees?

5. Why is Sledge not ashamed of his fear before the assault on Peleliu?

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