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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters Seven through Nine.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the first job Tang got in France after his parents stopped sending him money?
(a) Dishwasher.
(b) Professor.
(c) Political Assistant.
(d) Bus Driver.

2. What event pushed aside Tang's trepidations concerning military action against Diem?
(a) Tang believed a military victory could be possible.
(b) The Americans decided to discontinue their relationship with Diem.
(c) The northern government announced its readiness to act to liberate the south.
(d) Politcal action would be enough to push Diem aside.

3. What school subject did Tang enjoy more so than chemistry?
(a) Mathematics.
(b) History.
(c) French.
(d) Music.

4. What did Ho Chi Minh give Tang at the end of their afternoon tea together at Montmorency?
(a) A recital of Confucianist sayings.
(b) A book of Vietnamese history.
(c) An autographed photograph.
(d) A teacup momento.

5. When Tang met Ho Chi Minh, what was his first impression of the president?
(a) He blended in with the other dignitaries.
(b) He was weak and sickly.
(c) He was inappropriately dressed for the occasion.
(d) He was dignified and strong.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who did Bao Dai name as Prime Minister?

2. What did some local Mytho guerillas do to Albert Thao?

3. What did Tang do upon receiving his second draft notice?

4. What was the meaning of "Danh va dam, dam va dahn"'?

5. What happened to Diem and Nhu during the coup in Chapter 6?

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