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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Ken Shelleman purchase before embarking on his wartime service?
(a) An expensive red convertible.
(b) A new house.
(c) A $100,000 life insurance policy.
(d) A motorcycle.

2. In 1951, what does Lewis's father give him for his birthday?
(a) A Tippmann A-5.
(b) A Daisy Red Ryder BB gun.
(c) A .45-caliber pistol.
(d) A .22-caliber single-shot rifle.

3. In 1952, what does Lewis observe in the base pool that he finds fascinating?
(a) The bulging, tattooed muscles of the soldiers.
(b) A mock battle.
(c) The figures of the civilian nurses.
(d) The drills of the SEAL team.

4. What war is America fighting in 1967?
(a) Desert Storm.
(b) The Korean War.
(c) The Vietnam War.
(d) Afghanistan War.

5. In Chapter 1, what desire does Lewis' father have for his son?
(a) To do his best in whatever field suits Louis.
(b) To become a four star General.
(c) To see him honor the family name by succeeding in a military career.
(d) To finish college and attend law school.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In Chapter 1, why is Lewis sometimes beaten up by other boys living on base?

3. Who is living with Martha in Chapter 2?

4. What does Lewis decide to do before entering military service?

5. In Chapter 2, where does Virginia's husband serve during the war?

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