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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 7, "John Vann Stays".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are the findings of the generals sent to Saigon with regard to the ARVN/American performance at Ap Bac?
(a) They agree with General Harkins.
(b) They call for an immediate withdrawal of Americans from Vietnam.
(c) They advocate a new government in Saigon.
(d) They recommend General Harkins be fired.

2. 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) Sweethart land deals.
(b) Economic aid.
(c) Threats of imprisonment or death.
(d) Brutal intimidations tactics.

3. In what year does the Vann family move to Atlantic City?
(a) 1944.
(b) 1966.
(c) 1937.
(d) 1953.

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

5. John Paul Vann is a risk-taker to such a degree that other soldiers were amazed at his bravado (or foolhardiness). How is this personality trait described by those that knew him?
(a) The Luck of the Irish.
(b) The Vann Luck.
(c) Death Wish.
(d) Vann's Utter Madness.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of John Paul Vann's mother?

2. This group of organized gangs and criminals attempt a revolt in South Vietnam's capitol city of Saigon.

3. John Paul Vann and Daniel Ellsberg drive to which location and become the first Americans to do so in over a year?

4. To better fortify themselves against the ARVN assault, VC guerrillas at Ap Bac use ___________ extensively.

5. According to John Paul Vann, General Huynh Van Cao is more concerned with ________________________ than winning the war.

(see the answer key)

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