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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Escape.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does O'Brien struggle with throughout the summer?
(a) Moral dilemma
(b) State versus individual rights
(c) Love of God
(d) Underage drinking

2. What does O'Brien learn about his military future at the beginning of chapter six?
(a) O'Brien learns he will not be sent to Vietnam
(b) O'Brien learns that he will be able to get out of the military
(c) O'Brien learns that he will be sent to the foxholes of Vietnam
(d) O'Brien learns he is an excellent shot

3. Which word best describes the length of the meeting O'Brien has with the battalion commander?
(a) Lengthy
(b) Adequate
(c) Extended
(d) Brief

4. Which of the following is the best definition of the term lethargy?
(a) Weariness
(b) Laziness
(c) Sluggishness
(d) Indolence

5. Which of the following is the best synonym for disdain as it is used in the following sentence? He looks with disdain on those that flourish in basic training.
(a) Turns nose up at
(b) Respect
(c) Scorn
(d) Despise

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following describes the nickname for the time period in which O'Brien was born?

2. How long did Erik sign up for at the end of basic training?

3. In which of the following wars did O'Brien's parents serve?

4. Which of the following is the best definition of the term shorn as used in the following sentence? Everyone is sober, shaven and shorn after raising their hands and reciting an oath.

5. What task does the squad leader make the squad do?

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