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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is McMoangle?
(a) Lewis's firstborn son.
(b) The doctor in charge of Lewis' hand surgery.
(c) The hospital corpsman who encourages and assists Lewis.
(d) Lewis's physical therapist.

2. In Chapter 7, how long does Lewis train on his second pair of artificial legs?
(a) One week.
(b) Five months.
(c) One month.
(d) A year.

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

4. What does Lewis decide to do before entering military service?
(a) Put himself through a physical training program.
(b) Buy a red convertible Mustang.
(c) Marry his high school sweetheart.
(d) Attend law school.

5. Who is Corporal Turner?
(a) The platoon guide.
(b) The radio operator.
(c) The senior corpsman
(d) Squad leader.

Short Answer Questions

1. What painful treatment must Lewis endure to prepare his leg for surgery?

2. What does Lewis see his father do for the first time the day he leaves home for war?

3. What does the platoon discover one morning after camping on the sides of two hills in a V-shaped draw?

4. Why doesn't Lewis like Lieutenant Doan?

5. How does Lewis lose his legs?

(see the answer key)

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