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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 6, "A Second Time Around".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During the early 1960s, the Vietcong forces are _______________ in comparison to the ARVN troops.
(a) Greatly inferior.
(b) Unmotivated.
(c) Easily slain.
(d) Superior.

2. What is the American troops' nickname for the Viet Cong?
(a) Viet Reds.
(b) Vietnamese Communists.
(c) Victor Charlies.
(d) Ho Chi Minhers.

3. How does John Paul Vann die?
(a) Heart attack.
(b) Friendly fire exercise.
(c) In combat at Ap Bac.
(d) Helicopter crash.

4. What word best describes the atmosphere in Vietnam in 1965, according to John Paul Vann?
(a) Resolve.
(b) Panic.
(c) Optimism.
(d) Despair.

5. In what year does John Paul Vann retire from the Army?
(a) 1965.
(b) 1963.
(c) 1962.
(d) 1964.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which ARVN commander leads the M-113 company during the Battle of Ap Bac?

2. The U.S. war strategy under the leadership of General William Westmoreland is described as a war of _______________.

3. Ngo Dinh Nhu's wife, Madam Ngo, is not-so-affectionately known by what nickname?

4. University students in which city start riots to protest Diem's government?

5. What is the name of John Paul Vann's most beloved father figure?

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