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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which soldier does Lobel lament always dies in wars?
(a) Virgin soldiers.
(b) Comedic soldiers.
(c) Heroic soldiers.
(d) Under appreciated soldiers.

2. How is the soldier killed on the first night of patrol?
(a) He throws his body on a grenade.
(b) He is shot through the heart.
(c) He steps on a landmine.
(d) He eats a poisonous plant.

3. How many months does the squad sergeant have before his tour is complete?
(a) Twelve months.
(b) Ten months.
(c) Four months.
(d) Six months.

4. Which of the following soldiers are not patroling for the first time?
(a) Peewee.
(b) Richie.
(c) Jenkins.
(d) Johnson.

5. What does Jenkins tell Richie that he fears about being in the army?
(a) That he will have to kill others.
(b) That he will love war.
(c) That he won't be good at his job.
(d) That he will be killed.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which military leader is rumored to have attempted to dodge the draft?

2. Which member of Lobel's family is a film director?

3. Who does Richie tell Lobel he wishes he could write to?

4. During the friendly fire of the Charlie Company patrol, how many American soldiers are killed?

5. What reason does Captain Stewart give to the soldiers as to why they will be going on a reconnaissance mission?

(see the answer key)

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