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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Part III Khe Sanh.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Many soldiers carry what to keep them safe?
(a) A knife in their boot
(b) Good luck charms
(c) An extra grenade
(d) A handgun

2. The VC conserves what?
(a) Ammunition
(b) Troops
(c) Weapon stores
(d) Food

3. President Johnson's comment about Khe Sanh is considered what?
(a) An encouragement to the troops
(b) A political move
(c) Propaganda
(d) An excuse for the Americans defeat

4. What geographical area is close to Khe Sanh and is dangerous even without the war?
(a) The delta
(b) The plains
(c) The lowlands
(d) The highlands

5. How do soldiers ensure the enemy is dead?
(a) Running them over with tanks
(b) By shooting them an extra time
(c) Dragging them from jeeps
(d) By dropping them from helicopters

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Herr say plays behind the young marine's eyes?

2. Who says he is now emperor?

3. What do most of the soldiers try to avoid in one way or another?

4. What is the young marine's laugh like when it does come out?

5. The NVA hold what building in Hue?

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