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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter IX, Sunset Gun, pgs. 454-628.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What factors helped the Japanese succeed in the Pacific during World War II?
(a) They had more men and more planes.
(b) They had better trained and better equipped soldiers.
(c) They had better technology and faster ships.
(d) They were well equipped with petroleum and raw materials.

2. At what time of day did the attack on Pearl Harbor become known?
(a) At midnight.
(b) At four in the afternoon.
(c) After three in the morning.
(d) At noon.

3. How often did MacArthur attend church?
(a) Sporadically, but whenever his schedule allowed.
(b) Never.
(c) Weekly.
(d) Twice weekly.

4. What renowned former Presidents were MacArthur's heroes?
(a) Jefferson and Adams.
(b) Washington and Lincoln.
(c) Jefferson and Grant.
(d) Harding and Teddy Roosevelt.

5. What two European countries declared war on the United States soon after the attack on Pearl Harbor?
(a) Germany and Italy.
(b) France and Germany.
(c) Poland and Hungary.
(d) Spain and Greece.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the first school at which MacArthur was not bored during his childhood?

2. What was strictly forbidden at West Point once MacArthur accepted his position there?

3. For which people in the Pacific was MacArthur committed to bringing freedom?

4. In the fall of 1944, what percentage of Filipinos were Roman Catholic?

5. How many reporters accompanied MacArthur to South Korea on his first trip there during the war?

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