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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter V, Retreat, pgs. 205-276.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did MacArthur blow up to prevent the Japanese from advancing to Manila?
(a) The Manila harbor.
(b) Railroad stations.
(c) Roads.
(d) Bridges.

2. What was strictly forbidden at West Point once MacArthur accepted his position there?
(a) Smoking.
(b) Cheating on exams.
(c) Hazing.
(d) Failing.

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

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

5. Where did Arthur MacArthur, Jr. serve in the army after the Civil War ended?
(a) The Western front.
(b) Fort Knox.
(c) Fort Niagara.
(d) For Ticonderoga.

Short Answer Questions

1. Once the Philippines became independent, what job did MacArthur want there?

2. Who opposed MacArthur's first marriage?

3. What defense plans did MacArthur and The Quezon administration make for the Philippines?

4. Why did MacArthur have to testify at a Congressional investigation about his experience at West Point?

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

(see the answer key)

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