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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As Richie is discussing the war with Billy and Roger, who does he claim hangs snakes by the tail in dark caves waiting for soldiers to enter and be bitten?
(a) German soldiers.
(b) The Russians.
(c) Vietcong.
(d) American soliders in Vietnam.

2. Why is Cokes sent home from battle?
(a) He has PTSD.
(b) He has leukemia.
(c) He has AIDS.
(d) He has BPD.

3. What is Rooney's nickname for Cokes?
(a) Keys.
(b) Pop.
(c) Cokie.
(d) Diet.

4. Why does Roger tell Carlyle that he got such a nice room in the Army?
(a) Because of his relationship with the master sergent.
(b) Because he is a Spec 4.
(c) Because he paid off the bunk officer.
(d) Because of good behavior.

5. What does MOS stand for?
(a) Man Over State.
(b) Military Occupation Specialty.
(c) Man On Stand.
(d) Military Officer's Standard.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character discusses the attempted suicide with the character who tried to slit his wrists?

2. As the others are leaving for town, what does Richie claim Billy is scared to death of?

3. According to Carlyle, what is "the black man's problem"?

4. After Carlyle leaves the room, after calling Richie rude, what does Billy say will cause him to find another bunk room?

5. Where does Richie tell Carlyle the "real Richie" has gone?

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