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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12: Myths.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did John Bradley write to his parents about his helping raising the flag?
(a) February 26, 1945.
(b) February 26, 1944.
(c) February 6, 1945.
(d) January 26, 1945.

2. What war did John Bradley's father participate in?
(a) WWI.
(b) WWII.
(c) Korean war.
(d) Mexican War.

3. What did the Marines use in conjunction with grenades to destroy Japanese underground structures?
(a) Artillery shells.
(b) Gasoline.
(c) Gun powder.
(d) Flame throwers.

4. When did the invasion forces land on Iwo Jima according to "Chapter Seven: D Day" and "Chapter Eight: D Day Plus One"?
(a) February 19, 1947.
(b) February 9, 1945.
(c) January 19, 1945.
(d) February 19, 1945.

5. Who did Rene write to in February 1945 without mentioning the flag?
(a) Sophie.
(b) Roberta.
(c) Ruth.
(d) Pauline.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was John's father's career before WWII?

2. Who was commanding the Japanese forces on Iwo Jima?

3. How long did the 5th Marine Division train for before being shipped to Hawaii?

4. What duty was Rene given in the unit?

5. How many Marines died in "Chapter Nine: D-Day Plus Two" on Iwo Jima?

(see the answer key)

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