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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 of the following is the best definition of a scout?
(a) Scrutinizer
(b) Surveyor
(c) Reconnoiter
(d) Inspector

2. What surrounds the perimeter of the refugee camp on the lagoon side?
(a) Flags
(b) Artillery rounds
(c) Mines
(d) Barbed water

3. Which of the following is the best synonym for treacherous as used in the following sentence? The coral reefs and sandy beaches are a treacherous paradise.
(a) Underhanded
(b) Safe
(c) Unfaithful
(d) Dangerous

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

5. How does O'Brien feel in chapter thirteen?
(a) Relieved
(b) Excited
(c) Angry
(d) Surprised

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Alpha Company assigned to protect on the beaches of a lagoon?

2. What does Alpha company come across in chapter twelve?

3. Which of the following physical signs of stress can be seen in Major Callicles?

4. Which of the following is O'Brien's boss at camp LZ Gator?

5. Which emotion term best describes how the scout feels after leaving the Captain and being refused leave?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why are the soldiers so angry?

2. How does O'Brien feel about himself?

3. Why is the white first sergeant fragged?

4. What accident occurs which kills or injures dozens of refugees?

5. Why can't the soldiers easily recognize the enemy?

6. What does Alpha Company do for protection at night?

7. What happens to the old men after they are tied to the tree all night?

8. How have things changed for Alpha Company?

9. Why are the soldiers bitter?

10. What does O'Brien say ruins a man's psyche?

(see the answer keys)

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