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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which character is noticeably more nervous then the others?
(a) Hennessey.
(b) Levy.
(c) Martinez.
(d) Gallagher.

2. What does Stanley hope to gain by befriending Brown?
(a) Support.
(b) Advancement.
(c) A job.
(d) Extra time off.

3. What does Hearn request of Cummings in Part 2, Chapter 11?
(a) A chance to fight.
(b) Permission to have some liquor.
(c) Respect.
(d) A transfer.

4. What is Red's strategy for dealing with his current situation of being at war?
(a) Rely on the support of the platoon.
(b) Seek guidance from a superior.
(c) Think positively.
(d) Take it one day at a time.

5. What subject did Roth study in college?
(a) Chemistry.
(b) Accounting.
(c) Botany.
(d) Medicine.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Part 2, Chapter 3, which character is upset that the officers have a higher standard of living than the soldiers?

2. Why does Martinez refuse to be in charge of other men?

3. What seems to be happening to Cumming's control in Part 2, Chapter 11?

4. Who is the only man to feel sorry about Hennessey's death?

5. As Part 1, Chapter 2 opens, the men are getting ready to advance on the island. What solider does Croft feel will be killed upon landing on Anopopei?

(see the answer key)

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