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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. John Paul Vann's frustrations with the war grow because of which of the following reasons:
(a) He gets no real help from Huynh Van Cao or from his own commanders.
(b) Media coverage of the war is deemed unfair and biased against the government in Saigon.
(c) He is merely an advisor and doesn't get to go fight anyone.
(d) The Vietcong are extremely powerful and the US is hopelessly outmatched.

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

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

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) Brutal intimidations tactics.
(d) Economic aid.

5. The ARVN commanders feel ____________ to the forces of the Vietcong.
(a) Superior
(b) Inferior
(c) Allegiance with
(d) Equal to

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is true regarding the interrogation tactics of the Vietnamese and Cambodian "Rangers"?

2. Which person below gives John Paul Vann his first military command duties with the 7th Division?

3. The headquarters of the 7th Infantry Division of the ARVN is called:

4. Which of the following generals is the commanding officer of U.S. personnel in Vietnam in 1962?

5. John Paul Vann is born during what era?

(see the answer key)

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