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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is the soldier killed on the first night of patrol?
(a) He eats a poisonous plant.
(b) He steps on a landmine.
(c) He is shot through the heart.
(d) He throws his body on a grenade.

2. How does Richie feel about seeing his fellow soldier die during their first patrol?
(a) He feels apathetic.
(b) He feels excited.
(c) He feels terrified.
(d) He feels guilty.

3. Which of the following soldiers are not patroling for the first time?
(a) Johnson.
(b) Peewee.
(c) Richie.
(d) Jenkins.

4. Who is the lead actress in the movie that the soldiers watch over and over during their slow days?
(a) Elizabeth Taylor.
(b) Judy Garland.
(c) Marilyn Monroe.
(d) Julie Andrews.

5. What name is Johnson called by another character, prompting a racially charged arguement?
(a) A "Tootie."
(b) A "Cootie."
(c) A "Fruity."
(d) A "Bootie."

Short Answer Questions

1. When the troops receive word about Charlie Company, how many of their men have been lost?

2. When Lobel is on patrol, what does he imagine is following him?

3. Who tells Richie that there is no meaning to the war in Vietnam?

4. What does the squad sergeant call inexperienced soldiers?

5. Who does Johnson get into a racially charged argument with?

(see the answer key)

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