2. What is Sledge's reaction to the first Japanese casualties he sees?
(a) He is sickened.
(b) He feels hatred.
(c) He is numb to any emotion.
(d) He finds mercy in his heart.

3. Where is Sledge transferred to after Boot Camp?
(a) Camp Elliot.
(b) Camp David.
(c) Camp Pendleton.
(d) Camp Williams.

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

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

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

7. Why was the ship so poorly accommodated for the troops?
(a) It was more efficient to not include every luxury for the troops.
(b) It was only a very short distance.
(c) It was not meant for troop transport.
(d) They had more men than the ship was intended for.

8. What does Sledge watch explode from direct Japanese fire?
(a) A close friend.
(b) An Amtrac.
(c) A small patch of beach next to him.
(d) A Marine DUKW.

9. How do Sledge's commanding officers expect the Japanese to fight at Peleliu?
(a) Banzai charges and air assault.
(b) Line defensive with trench support.
(c) All-out beach defense followed by banzai charges.
(d) Air raids and beach defense.

10. What were the Marines taught about "fighting dirty"?
(a) Only when necessary.
(b) Never stoop to that level.
(c) Do not hesitate.
(d) There is no such thing.

11. What was the name of Sledge's boot camp instructor?
(a) Chancellor Daniels.
(b) Captain Douglas.
(c) Commander Davidson.
(d) Corporal Doherty.

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

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

14. 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.

15. Why does Sledge have to hold tight to the Amtrac before the beach assault on Peleliu?
(a) His partner faints and Sledge must control it alone.
(b) He takes a moment to pray.
(c) The water is very choppy .
(d) He swoons from fear.