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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, Part I Colleagues.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Herr begins the chapter with a scene from what war?
(a) World War II
(b) The Korean War
(c) World War I
(d) The Civil War

2. What does Herr talk about with a black Marine?
(a) The drug culture among marines
(b) The accuracy of press coverage
(c) The assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr.
(d) The end of the war

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

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

5. Who is the press secretary for Khe Sanh?
(a) Colonel David Lownds
(b) Herr
(c) Dana Stone
(d) Seann Flynn Page

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Herr believe about the press secretary at Khe Sanh?

2. Many soldiers carry what to keep them safe?

3. Who gets regular leave to China Beach?

4. What news of Day Tripper does Herr receive at China Beach?

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

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