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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Caputo go after being shown his sleeping quarters?
(a) To the officers mess to get something to eat.
(b) To battalion HQ for a briefing.
(c) Back up the hill to retrieve his belongings.
(d) Back to Danang for a 2-day liberty.

2. Why does Peterson call for an air strike on Hill 107?
(a) He does not want combat going up a hill.
(b) He has spotted Viet cong movement on the hill.
(c) He intercepts a viet Cong communication.
(d) He suspects an ambush.

3. What are the two problems Caputo says are the worst while they guard the landing field?
(a) The mosquitos and the pythons
(b) The rain and bad food
(c) The long days and short nights
(d) The heat and boredom

4. What is Caputo's impression of the adjutant?
(a) Overweight belly hanging over his belt and a large head
(b) A trim Marine ready for combat
(c) Tall and gangly with big hands and feet
(d) Old and about ready for retirement

5. What is the result for half of the men after they return from Cinderella Liberty?
(a) Dysentary for three days
(b) Monster hangovers and Venereal Disease
(c) Bad cases of alcohol poisoning from cheap whiskey
(d) Denial of any further liberty

Short Answer Questions

1. In reality, how much time per day does the adjutant work require?

2. What happens when Caputo drinks with some Australian soldiers?

3. What position does Battalion Headquarters take on identifying a Viet Cong?

4. How long do Caputo and his platoon continue guarding the parameters at Danang?

5. For what operation is C Company ordered to prepare?

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