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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, Preparation for Combat.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where was Sledge stationed?
(a) Pearl Harbor.
(b) Pacific Theater.
(c) Korea.
(d) Vietnam.

2. Who does Sledge describe as "slightly Asiatic in thinking"?
(a) Haney.
(b) Haldane.
(c) Hanover.
(d) Shelton.

3. What does Sledge's commander do when half of his class flunks out?
(a) He screams and demands re-testing.
(b) He winks and nods.
(c) He cries.
(d) He resigns from his post, feeling he has failed.

4. Where is Sledge transferred to after Boot Camp?
(a) Camp Williams.
(b) Camp David.
(c) Camp Elliot.
(d) Camp Pendleton.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What were the Marines taught about "fighting dirty"?

2. How did Sledge get his position on the 60mm Mortar?

3. What was Sledge's job in the Marines?

4. What was the name of Sledge's boot camp instructor?

5. What is meant by "snapping in"?

(see the answer key)

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