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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter III, Call to Quarters, pgs. 116-160.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What piece of equipment did MacArthur refuse to carry during World War I, resulting in his injury?
(a) A sword.
(b) A gas mask.
(c) A rifle.
(d) A knife.

2. During his early childhood in the west, by whom were Douglas MacArthur and his brother schooled?
(a) A Baptist missionary.
(b) Their aunt.
(c) Their mother.
(d) A Quaker teacher form England.

3. At what age did MacArthur become the youngest division commander in the war?
(a) Twenty nine.
(b) Forty.
(c) Forty two.
(d) Thirty eight.

4. Who opposed MacArthur's first marriage?
(a) MacArthur's commanding officer.
(b) The bride's father.
(c) MacArthur's grandfather.
(d) MacArthur's mother Pinky.

5. Who moved in with MacArthur once he accepted the position at West Point?
(a) His grandmother.
(b) His brother Arthur.
(c) His mother Pinky.
(d) His Eurasian girlfriend.

Short Answer Questions

1. Of what brigade was MacArthur made the permanent commander during World War I?

2. How old was MacArthur when he died?

3. For what purpose was MacArthur's 42nd group, positioned at Nancy during World War I, destined to be used?

4. What was the nickname MacArthur's men gave him?

5. When did MacArthur enter the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York?

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