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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1, Ruffles and Flourishes,, pgs. 39-79.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many times was MacArthur married?
(a) Twice.
(b) Once.
(c) Three times.
(d) Never.

2. What sports did MacArthur play during his four years at West Point?
(a) Baseball and football.
(b) Cricket and croquet.
(c) Basketball and softball.
(d) Soccer and tennis.

3. In Spring 1914, to what country was MacArthur sent to gather information in preparation for possible war?
(a) Germany.
(b) Peru.
(c) Mexico.
(d) Italy.

4. What happened when MacArthur was given command of a company at Leavenworth?
(a) The company rebelled and would not obey him.
(b) The company received a high number of demerits.
(c) They became the highest rated company.
(d) He realized he didn't like leading others.

5. How did MacArthur want to be seen and treated by others?
(a) He wanted to be revered.
(b) He wanted to be considered superior to others.
(c) He wanted to be left alone.
(d) He wanted to be respected.

Short Answer Questions

1. To which ancient world leader did some people compare MacArthur?

2. With which religious denomination did MacArthur affiliate?

3. During his early childhood in the west, by whom were Douglas MacArthur and his brother schooled?

4. What military honor did MacArthur's father earn for his service during the Civil War?

5. When was Douglas MacArthur born?

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