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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 famous personality performs a show for Sledge's company?
(a) Peggy Armstrong.
(b) Lil' Abner.
(c) Bob Hope.
(d) Marilyn Monroe.

2. What does Sledge do at every stop along the way as they advance along the airfield on Peleliu?
(a) Counts his heart beats.
(b) Sings a hymn.
(c) Pours sweat from his boot.
(d) Repeats the Lord's Prayer.

3. Why does Sledge have to hold tight to the Amtrac before the beach assault on Peleliu?
(a) The water is very choppy .
(b) His partner faints and Sledge must control it alone.
(c) He swoons from fear.
(d) He takes a moment to pray.

4. Where did Sledge attend boot camp?
(a) San Albana.
(b) San Diego.
(c) San Francisco.
(d) San Marino.

5. How many marines were lost on the first day of fighting at Peleliu?
(a) 2,121
(b) 1,111
(c) 3,201
(d) 1,234

Short Answer Questions

1. Where was Sledge stationed?

2. What is Sledge trained in when he is off duty?

3. What was the name of the ship that Sledge and his company took after they completed their training?

4. What was the main focus of training for Sledge's instructor while at boot camp?

5. What is meant by "snapping in"?

(see the answer key)

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