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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who is Lieutenant Doan?
(a) A Veitcong spy.
(b) A Vietnamese government official who greets the platoon.
(c) The platoon translator.
(d) Captain Thanh's replacement.

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

4. In Chapter 1, what rank had Lewis's father attained?
(a) Brigadier General.
(b) Lieutenant Colonel.
(c) Lieutenant General.
(d) Colonel Brigadier.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 1, what responsibility does Lewis's father have at Camp Pendleton?

2. What prevents Lewis from asking Toddy for a divorce?

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

4. What news does Toddy give Lewis in Chapter 2?

5. What painful treatment must Lewis endure to prepare his leg for surgery?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Lewis prevent his men from doing to an enemy corpse in Chapter 3?

2. Why does Lewis order a rifle inspection shortly after assuming command of his platoon?

3. What lessons does Lewis learn from his father as a young boy?

4. Why does Lewis resume a former bad habit in Vietnam?

5. Why does Lewis wait a day before assuming command of his troops?

6. Describe Dr. Cabot's treatment of Lewis.

7. What does Lewis decide to give Toddy the first time she sees him in the hospital?

8. How does duty at the Tu Cau Bridge differ from other patrols in Vietnam?

9. Describe Paul Barents.

10. What are Lewis's "stubbies"?

(see the answer keys)

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