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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why are Lewis's friends disturbed by his behavior in Chapter 9?
(a) They think he is drinking too heavily.
(b) They think he should take more time to grieve.
(c) They are surprised he is giving up on politics.
(d) They feel he should attempt to reconcile with Toddy.

2. Why doesn't Lewis like Lieutenant Doan?
(a) He is arrogant.
(b) He is a hypocrite.
(c) He has betrayed his own people.
(d) He is cruel to his troops.

3. 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) No one greets the veterans when they arrive home.
(c) Americans welcome home the veterans with parades.
(d) The veterans are pitied by most Americans.

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

5. What affect does Lewis's war record have on his campaign?
(a) He is ignored by most senior members of Congress.
(b) He finds great support among middle class Americans.
(c) It is both an asset and a liability.
(d) He finds people respect his opinion.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is Captain Thanh?

3. Who is Lewpy?

4. Why was Lewis' predecessor relieved of duty?

5. What does Paul Barents teach Lewis?

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