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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What written warning from superiors did Commander Terry Allen burn?
(a) That the British planned to outflank him.
(b) That the French would show resolve in repelling the attack.
(c) That the French should not be considered hostile.
(d) That aircover would not be provided.

2. TORCH is considered by the author to have been:
(a) "Primarily a diversionary tactic to relieve pressure on the Soviet Union."
(b) "The most daring amphibious operation in the history of modern warfare."
(c) "The single worst tactical decision of the war."
(d) "Poorly planned but excellently executed."

3. What was General Everlegh confident would fall before the end of Christmas Day?
(a) Hill 209.
(b) Snow.
(c) Longstop hill.
(d) Djebel el Rhar.

4. Why did Ward disagree with the decision to take Sened station?
(a) It split his force in four ways.
(b) It gave away their intentions of striking at Maknassy.
(c) It was widely considered a suicide mission.
(d) It could be taken by a smaller, closer, force.

5. What maps of Morocco were stowed into the holds of the American fleet heading out for TORCH?
(a) The Encyclopedia Britannica.
(b) Michelin road maps.
(c) Copies of stolen maps from the Germans.
(d) Maps developed by the British Secret Service.

Short Answer Questions

1. Of the 904 men Moore had led on a daring night escape, eventually, how many made it to safety?

2. According to troops in Tunisia during the winter of 42-43, how did Stuka time and Spitfire time compare?

3. What was the consequence of the 'unconditional surrender' statement, according to the author?

4. Old Ironsides was both the only tank division to see desert battle in WWII, and:

5. Who traveled to Gibraltar under the nom de guerre of "General Howe."

(see the answer key)

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