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

2. What was the first school at which MacArthur was not bored during his childhood?
(a) The one-room school at Fort Dodge.
(b) The Austin Academy for Young Men.
(c) The West Texas Military Academy.
(d) The school on the Apache Indian reservation.

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

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

5. During what event did Arthur MacArthur, Jr. die?
(a) His grandson's baptism.
(b) A reunion of Missionary Ridge survivors.
(c) A reunion of Gettysburg survivors.
(d) His daughter's wedding.

Short Answer Questions

1. What sports did MacArthur play during his four years at West Point?

2. Who was MacArthur's first year roommate at West Point?

3. What was the profession of MacArthur's grandfather, Arthur Sr.?

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

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

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