Fortunate Son | Short Question Answer Key

Short Answer Key

Part 1, Chapter 1

1. At what point in his life does the author begin telling his story?

At six years of age.

2. What is the name of Lewis's father?

Lewis "Chesty" Puller.

3. In Chapter 1, what rank had Lewis's father attained?

Brigadier General.

4. In Chapter 1, from what conflict or war had Lewis's father just returned?

The Korean conflict.

5. In what branch of the armed forces does Lewis's father serve?

The Marines.

6. In 1951, what does Lewis's father give him for his birthday?

A .22-caliber single-shot rifle.

7. In Chapter 1, how does Lewis blacken his eye?

From the recoil of a .45-caliber pistol.

8. What lesson does Lewis learn the day his eye is blackened?

Boys do not cry in front of grown men.

9. What is the name of Lewis's twin sister?

Martha.

10. In Chapter 1, what...
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