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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 20, Another War.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is O'Brien's job with Alpha Company?
(a) Sniper
(b) Medic
(c) Operating the radio
(d) Simply foot soldier

2. In what year does O'Brien go for basic training?
(a) 1965
(b) 1970
(c) 1962
(d) 1968

3. Which of the following characters believes it is wrong to tie the old men to trees?
(a) Erik
(b) Bates
(c) Mad Mark
(d) Captain Johansen

4. What is the name of the base camp fro Alpha Company?
(a) Cam Ranh Bay
(b) Ho Chi Min
(c) Chu Lai
(d) LZ Gator

5. With whom does O'Brien request a meeting?
(a) Battalion commander
(b) Drill sergeant
(c) Parents
(d) Chaplain

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do the members of Alpha Company go when faced with an incoming explosive ordinance?

2. What practice seems to afford the soldiers some protection from nighttime Viet Cong attacks?

3. What does the battalion commander believe is O'Brien's problem?

4. What game do O'Brien and Captain Johansen play?

5. Which of the following was not an accurate description, according to O'Brien, of the men who make up Alpha company?

(see the answer key)

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