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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What effect would the Navy Surgeon General's new policy have on the injured veterans?
(a) Certain reconstructive surgeries could no longer be performed.
(b) They would lose their rank and pay.
(c) They would be physically unable to defend themselves.
(d) They would remain disfigured.

2. What regret does Lewis have about his first mission in the DMZ?
(a) His platoon had killed retreating enemy soldiers.
(b) The enemy found their position.
(c) He lost a good soldier.
(d) He feels he should have been tougher on his men.

3. Why is Corporal Hitch assigned to Lewis' platoon?
(a) He requested Lewis' platoon.
(b) He admires Chesty Puller.
(c) Lewis is "green" and could use his help.
(d) He is being punished with combat duty.

4. Who is Lt. Bill Smithers?
(a) Lewis' firstborn son.
(b) The hospital corpsman who encourages and assists Lewis.
(c) Commander Shaughnessey's replacement.
(d) The doctor in charge of Lewis' hand surgery.

5. Why is Lewis sad in Chapter 9?
(a) His father died.
(b) His last hand surgery was a failure.
(c) His last leg surgery was a failure.
(d) He lost the election.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do people call Lewis in Chapter 9?

2. Who is Corporal Watson?

3. What does Lewis decide to do with the letter Dr. Sandzen shows him?

4. Which solider in Lewis' platoon excels at walking point on patrols?

5. How does Lewis view the Vietnam conflict?

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