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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16, Wise Endurance.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is the best descriptor for the transition which O'Brien faces with daily life in Vietnam from his previous life?
(a) Denied
(b) Abrupt
(c) Expected
(d) Consistent

2. What does the term ingratiate mean?
(a) Move away from
(b) Despise
(c) Curry favor
(d) Respond to

3. What task does the squad leader make the squad do?
(a) Buff and wax the floor
(b) Follow around drill sergeant Blyton around
(c) Clean the urinals with their toothbrushes
(d) Practice shooting

4. Which of the following is a synonym for "Charlie"?
(a) Viet Cong
(b) Barney
(c) Hump
(d) O'Brien

5. In what branch of the military does O'Brien serve?
(a) Navy
(b) Marines
(c) Army
(d) Air Force

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Which of the following is a new piece of equipment the soldiers break out in Chapter Four?

3. Which of the following best describes how O'Brien feels about Captain Johansen?

4. What is located in Chu Lai?

5. Which of the following is the best antonym to the term lewd?

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