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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. What is the term for the condition which affects many soldiers experiencing terrible events in war?
(a) Veteran's disease
(b) Agoraphobia
(c) Shell Shock
(d) Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

2. Where is the enemy most effective?
(a) In the air
(b) On the ground
(c) In Saigon
(d) At China Beach

3. When did Dien Bien Phu occur?
(a) 1967
(b) 1965
(c) 1954
(d) 1962

4. What does Herr say plays behind the young marine's eyes?
(a) The children playing near land mines
(b) The My Lai massacre
(c) The endless marches through jungles
(d) The horror of seeing his buddies killed

5. What two kinds of drugs do the soldiers turn to?
(a) Cocaine and Dexedrine
(b) Heroin and Meth
(c) Amphetamines and depressants
(d) Dexedrine and Heroin

Short Answer Questions

1. What geographical area is close to Khe Sanh and is dangerous even without the war?

2. What was once the most beautiful city in Vietnam?

3. How long does it take for Herr to hear all the variations of war stories?

4. Who is defeated during the battle of Dien Bien Phu?

5. Who do the Montagnards hated?

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