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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. In Chapter 1, what responsibility does Lewis's father have at Camp Pendleton?
(a) Reacclimating returning GIs.
(b) Gathering intelligence about German troop movement.
(c) Training troops for Korea.
(d) Training troops for Vietnam.

2. Who is Fidget?
(a) The camp mascot.
(b) Chesty's personal aide.
(c) A Corporal who befriends Lewis.
(d) Lewis's dog

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

4. Where does Toddy plan to live while Lewis is fighting in the war?
(a) With Martha.
(b) In base housing.
(c) With her parents.
(d) With Virginia.

5. In Chapter 1, from what conflict or war had Lewis's father just returned?
(a) The Korean conflict.
(b) The Vietnam War.
(c) World War II.
(d) The Afghanistan War.

Short Answer Questions

1. At what point in his life does the author begin telling his story?

2. How does Sergeant Sorg assist Lewis during his military training?

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

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

5. What type of school is Lewis accepted at after graduating from college?

(see the answer key)

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