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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the general public react to the return of the Vietnam Veterans in 1970?
(a) The veterans are reviled by most people in America.
(b) The veterans are pitied by most Americans.
(c) Americans welcome home the veterans with parades.
(d) No one greets the veterans when they arrive home.

2. Why does Lewis write long letters to his father while on duty at the Tu Cau Bridge?
(a) He is bored.
(b) He is homesick.
(c) Combat has made him feel closer to his father.
(d) The poor conditions make him appreciate home.

3. Who is Corporal Turner?
(a) Squad leader.
(b) The platoon guide.
(c) The senior corpsman
(d) The radio operator.

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

5. In Chapter 2, what waiver is Lewis granted?
(a) A handicapped waiver.
(b) A draft waiver.
(c) A vision waiver.
(d) An educational waiver.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Captain Thanh's opinion of Lewis's presence in Vietnam?

2. What issue divides Lewis and his father's protégé, General Walt?

3. What does Lewis decide to do with the letter Dr. Sandzen shows him?

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

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

(see the answer key)

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