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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the correct answer for the men to answer when their name is called in the roll?
(a) Hup!
(b) Hut!
(c) Here, Sir!
(d) Ho!

2. What does Epstein have in order to prove he has a bad stomach?
(a) A note from his mother.
(b) A note from his doctor.
(c) Blood test results.
(d) An x-ray.

3. What permanent reminder of an injury does Toomey have?
(a) A bullet lodged near his heart.
(b) A steel plate in his head.
(c) A long scar on his shoulder.
(d) A metal screw in his leg.

4. Who does Eugene say he hates at the beginning of the play?
(a) Himself.
(b) Arnold.
(c) Everyone.
(d) Drivers.

5. What is the setting of Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) A car.
(b) A train coach.
(c) A back porch.
(d) A kitchen.

Short Answer Questions

1. What state is the army base in?

2. What is the weather like?

3. Who does Toomey punish with exercises because of Eugene's answer?

4. Where are most of the boys sleeping at the beginning of Act 1?

5. What overseas location did Toomey serve in?

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