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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what base is Lewis's father transferred in 1952?
(a) Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.
(b) The Marine Recruit Depot in San Diego.
(c) Norfolk Naval Base in Portsmouth, Virginia.
(d) Port Everglades in Saluda, Virginia

2. Why does Lewis' platoon look forward to patrolling the Tu Cau Bridge?
(a) The bunker there offers showers and hot food.
(b) The ocean breezes cool the air as they patrol.
(c) The vendors there sell cigarettes and beer.
(d) It is a relatively safe and easy patrol.

3. Who is Staff Sergeant Brown?
(a) Lewis's staff sergeant during officer training.
(b) Lewis's staff sergeant in Vietnam.
(c) Chesty Puller's replacement.
(d) Chesty Puller's personal assistant.

4. What college does Lewis attend?
(a) William and Mary.
(b) Princeton.
(c) George Washinton University.
(d) Harvard.

5. In Chapter 1, why is Lewis sometimes beaten up by other boys living on base?
(a) Lewis often brags about his father's accomplishments.
(b) They are jealous of his privileged life.
(c) Lewis is smaller than all the other boys.
(d) Lewis taunts the other boys to provoke a fight.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In 1952, why does Lewis's father become wary about letting his son mix with the troops on base?

3. Why doesn't Lewis like Lieutenant Doan?

4. What is the name of Lewis's father?

5. What is the name of Lewis's twin sister?

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