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

2. The U.S. war strategy under the leadership of General William Westmoreland is described as a war of _______________.
(a) Depletion.
(b) Containment.
(c) Attrition.
(d) Reduction.

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

4. The ARVN forces are often sent to level villages suspected of being what?
(a) Disloyal to the South Vietnamese government.
(b) Vietcong positions.
(c) All answers are correct.
(d) Predominantly Buddhist.

5. Where does John Paul Vann die?
(a) Central Highlands of South Vietnam.
(b) Central Highlands of North Vietnam.
(c) On his way home from work at the Pentagon.
(d) Over the Pacific Ocean.

Short Answer Questions

1. Ngo Dinh Diem is very afraid of ________________.

2. John Paul Vann is born during what era?

3. 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?

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

5. What organization is established by President Kennedy to act as an advisory body to the government in South Vietnam?

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