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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 is the name of Lewis's twin sister?
(a) Linda.
(b) Martha.
(c) Virginia.
(d) Toddy.

2. Which famous actor's stepson also graduates at Lewis' commissioning ceremony?
(a) Frank Sinatra
(b) Jimmy Stewart.
(c) Clark Gable.
(d) Dean Martin.

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

4. In 1952, why does Lewis's father become wary about letting his son mix with the troops on base?
(a) Lewis develops a habit of cursing.
(b) Lewis hears gruesome stories of war.
(c) Lewis has a fascination with weapons.
(d) Lewis learns to like the taste of alcohol.

5. How does Sergeant Sorg assist Lewis during his military training?
(a) He carries Lewis's pack when Lewis is injured.
(b) He mediates between Lewis and Chesty.
(c) He helps Lewis study for the officer candidate exam.
(d) He encourages Lewis to conquer a difficult training hill.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Toddy plan to live while Lewis is fighting in the war?

2. To what country do young men flee to in 1967 to avoid the wartime draft?

3. To what base is Lewis's father transferred in 1954?

4. In Chapter 1, from what conflict or war had Lewis's father just returned?

5. In Chapter 2, what waiver is Lewis granted?

(see the answer key)

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