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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, "Going to War".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following generals is the commanding officer of U.S. personnel in Vietnam in 1962?
(a) General George S. Patton.
(b) General William Westmoreland.
(c) General Bruce Palmer, Jr.
(d) General Paul Harkins.

2. Where is John Paul Vann buried?
(a) Norfolk, Virginia.
(b) My Tho, South Vietnam.
(c) Arlington, Virginia.
(d) John Paul Vann was listed MIA.

3. Which notable newspaper reporter of the era is an attendee at the John Paul Vann funeral?
(a) Joseph Alsop.
(b) David Horowitz.
(c) Walter Cronkite.
(d) Edward Woodward.

4. What is the method used by the United States to quell the rebellious tendencies of the South Vietnamese farmers who would otherwise be inclined to fight with or provide assistance to the Vietcong?
(a) Threats of imprisonment or death.
(b) Sweethart land deals.
(c) Economic aid.
(d) Brutal intimidations tactics.

5. Which of the following is true about the relationship between John Paul Vann and Huynh Van Cao?
(a) They clashed constantly.
(b) Each learned from the other.
(c) They got along well.
(d) They didn't know each other at all.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which United States President oversees the rapid escalation of the war in Vietnam?

2. The ARVN forces are often sent to level villages suspected of being what?

3. On which day is the funeral of John Paul Vann held?

4. Which of the following character traits DOES NOT fit John Paul Vann?

5. Which of the following funeral attendees is also an instrumental adviser to the South Vietnamese during the early 1960s?

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