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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Eleven: The Flags.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who signed Harlon Block's enlistment papers?
(a) He faked his father's signature.
(b) His father.
(c) His mother.
(d) His brother.

2. Who ordered a platoon to be sent to the top of Mount Suribachi?
(a) Colonel Johnson.
(b) Colonel Minnen.
(c) Colonel Smith.
(d) Colonel Markenson.

3. What profession did John discover while at church?
(a) Funeral director.
(b) Priest.
(c) Deacon.
(d) Organ player.

4. What was John's nickname?
(a) Doc.
(b) James.
(c) Roocky.
(d) Super.

5. What was John's father's career before WWII?
(a) Lawyer.
(b) Railroad worker.
(c) Farmer.
(d) Banker.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where was the 5th Marine Division stationed in November 1943 according to "Chapter Five: Forging the Spearhead"?

2. When did Mike's unit land on Bougainville?

3. How long did it take for the Marines to clear the volcano according to "Chapter Eleven: The Flags"?

4. How large was the unit sent to the top of mount Suribachi?

5. How old was Jack Lucas when he received the Medal of Honor?

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