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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 5, "Antecedents to the Man".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The primary element of chance in the Battle of Ap Bac is which of the following?
(a) Torrential rain.
(b) Ground fog.
(c) A solar eclipse.
(d) Blinding dust storm.

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

3. What is the name of John Paul Vann's sweetheart and (eventual) wife?
(a) Mary Jane Allen.
(b) Mary Jo Allen.
(c) Mary Lee Allen.
(d) Mary Louise Allen.

4. The VNAF is an acronym that stood for what?
(a) Violent Napalm And Fire.
(b) Very Nasty Armored Fighting.
(c) Viet Nam American Federation.
(d) Viet Nam Air Force.

5. When do the Vann children eventually start receiving gifts for Christmas?
(a) When they turned 12.
(b) At age 8.
(c) When they grew up and finally moved out.
(d) At the end of the 1930s.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the American troops' nickname for the Viet Cong?

2. Which of the following ARVN infantry units is referred to as the "cockpit of war" during Vietnam?

3. The helicopters that carry the ARVN troops to the battle location are affectionately known by what name?

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

5. Which general replaces General Harkins as the supreme commander of the U.S. forces in Vietnam?

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