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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter VII, Last Post, pgs. 459-544.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is not a problem MacArthur had with maps of the Pacific during World War II?
(a) They started the war using 18th century charts.
(b) There weren't many maps available.
(c) They had to capture enemy maps to know where they were.
(d) The maps were in black and white rather than color.

2. For what purpose was MacArthur's 42nd group, positioned at Nancy during World War I, destined to be used?
(a) As guinea pigs for chemical experiments.
(b) As replacements.
(c) As ambulance drivers.
(d) As spies.

3. When did Douglas MacArthur sail for Europe to join World War I?
(a) In July 1918.
(b) In March 1912.
(c) In February 1914.
(d) In October 1917.

4. Which of the following abilities did not fall within MacArthur's range of authority in Japan after the war?
(a) He could become president of Japan.
(b) He had authority over the function of Hirohito.
(c) He could dissolve the Diet.
(d) He could outlaw political parties.

5. With which branch of the military did MacArthur have conflict during the war in the Pacific?
(a) The Navy.
(b) The Air Force.
(c) The Coast Guard.
(d) The Marines.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was MacArthur's greatest friend and confidante during the war, the person with whom he spent as much time as possible?

2. Who accidentally took MacArthur prisoner at one point during World War I?

3. Instead of remaining at headquarters as he was supposed to, what did MacArthur do during the first big battle near Reims?

4. What kind of government did MacArthur establish in Japan after the war?

5. According to the United States public polls after World War II, MacArthur was second in popularity to?

(see the answer key)

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