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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. What military campaign is launched in January of 1968?
(a) The Easter offensive.
(b) The Tet offensive.
(c) Operation Desert Shield.
(d) Operation Barbarossa.

4. What does Lewis see his father do for the first time the day he leaves home for war?
(a) Salute him.
(b) Embrace Toddy.
(c) Cry.
(d) Walk away.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In what branch of the armed forces does Lewis's father serve?

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

3. Why was Lewis' predecessor relieved of duty?

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

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

(see the answer key)

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