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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: John Kerry in Vietnam.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In his first tour of duty, how did Kerry spend most of his time, according to the authors?
(a) Far off the coast of Vietnam.
(b) Close to the coast of Vietnam.
(c) Right on the coast of Vietnam.
(d) In an office back at the military station.

2. When did the Swift Boat Veterans Reunion take place?
(a) The winter of 2003.
(b) The summer of 2003.
(c) The spring of 2003.
(d) The fall of 2003.

3. As O'Neill states, what was the crowd's response when Kerry was introduced at the 2003 Swift Boat Veterans Reunion?
(a) It was a moderate reception.
(b) They did not know who Kerry was.
(c) It exploded.
(d) It went silent.

4. What was the primary role of skimmers?
(a) To engage in key battles.
(b) To watch for civilian curfew violators and issue tickets.
(c) To watch the waters for the enemy.
(d) To take the soldiers away from the battles.

5. According to Edwards, who do you need to listen to in order to really understand Kerry?
(a) Those who are unaware of his service.
(b) Those who served with him.
(c) Those who know his desire to be President.
(d) Those who have known him for over 20 years.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the normal length of one tour of duty in Vietnam?

2. How did Kerry use his Vietnam experience in his political campaigns?

3. Who did Kerry compare the U.S. Army to in his testimony?

4. Who controlled the forests that the PCFs were assigned to?

5. As a result of his poor performance, how did the audience react to Kerry at the end of the Dick Cavett Show?

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