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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 21 through 26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the funeral, Sergetov is enraged by the loss of life that resulted from the explosion. He is also angry because of what reason?
(a) The Politburo used the funeral as an excuse to discuss politics publicly.
(b) Half of the people who knew about the attack were at the funeral.
(c) He feels responsible for the death of the children.
(d) One of the parents of the deceased made a scene.

2. Why does the captain of the Julius Fucik decide to take that course of action?
(a) The captain plans to return with reinforcements.
(b) The captain is afraid his enemies will discover Russia's plans for Red Storm.
(c) The boat is too damaged to dock properly.
(d) The captain is certain that he can destroy the air base alone.

3. Where does First Lieutenant Mike Edwards stay to monitor the situation at the air base?
(a) A local man's house.
(b) An abandoned building on the base.
(c) Hill 152.
(d) A nearby barn.

4. The mission against the Soviets is successful, but it is a costly victory. Why?
(a) NATO supply lines are compromised.
(b) Many troops are captured by the Soviets.
(c) NATO forces were ambushed and had to be left behind.
(d) Several planes are lost during the mission.

5. What happens to Chernyavin after he is caught?
(a) He is drugged and reveals details about his mission.
(b) He is sent back to Russia.
(c) He is executed for treason.
(d) He is imprisoned until he confesses.

Short Answer Questions

1. The Russians who control the air base are attacked by American planes. What do the American planes fail to destroy?

2. After the Russians have gained control of the air base, what is their one significant problem?

3. McCafferty fires three torpedoes at a Russian convoy, but is unable to confirm a hit. Why?

4. The U.S. fires on the Julius Fucik, but are unable to sink the boat. What does the captain of the ship do?

5. What is the name of the ship Toland's commanding officer is in charge of?

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