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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. While MacArthur was fighting in Europe during World War I, who was trying to get him promoted back in the States?
(a) His state senator.
(b) His father.
(c) His mother Pinky.
(d) His wife Louise.

2. In what branch of the military did Douglas MacArthur's brother Arthur III serve?
(a) The Navy.
(b) The Coast Guard.
(c) The Air Force.
(d) The Marines.

3. In what famous Civil War battle did Douglas MacArthur's father fight in November 1863?
(a) Gettysburg.
(b) Shiloh.
(c) Antietam.
(d) Missionary Ridge.

4. In how many wars did MacArthur serve?
(a) Three.
(b) Eight.
(c) Two.
(d) One.

5. Once MacArthur became Chief of Staff in 1930 and moved to Washington, what did he work on during the New Deal administration?
(a) Increasing the enlistment to the army.
(b) The military defense budget.
(c) A new secret weapon.
(d) The Civilian Conservation Corps.

Short Answer Questions

1. As a fifty-four year old man, who did MacArthur fear would learn about his Eurasian girlfriend?

2. How many times was MacArthur married?

3. What renowned former Presidents were MacArthur's heroes?

4. Who wanted MacArthur to resign from the army?

5. How old was MacArthur when he died?

(see the answer key)

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