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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, Assault into Hell.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does a clear distinct voice tell Sledge while he is sitting with a group of buddies on Peleliu?
(a) Serve with honor!
(b) Peace is the goal!
(c) You will survive the war!
(d) You are doing the right thing!

2. What state was sledge born in?
(a) Alabama.
(b) Arkansas.
(c) Arizona.
(d) Alaska.

3. What is Shelton's nick-name?
(a) Ack Ack.
(b) Snafu.
(c) Sharp Shooter.
(d) Mate.

4. What does Rupertus predict at Peleliu?
(a) A long and drawn out battle.
(b) A moderate length of intense battle.
(c) Intense fighting for a moment followed by a long string of lower intensity assaults.
(d) A rapid victory.

5. How old was Sledge when he died?
(a) 70.
(b) 81.
(c) 65.
(d) 29.

Short Answer Questions

1. What war is this book set in?

2. What did the new Marines do to the veterans?

3. Why is Sledge not ashamed of his fear before the assault on Peleliu?

4. How did Sledge feel about his time at Camp Elliot?

5. What is Sledge momentarily pinned down by at Peleliu?

(see the answer key)

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