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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Hathcock returns to Vietnam where is he stationed?

2. Where does Hathcock get shot?

3. Who is the mysterious target?

4. What team is chosen for a top secret mission?

5. Where is the man shot?

Short Essay Questions

1. What shocking news does Hathcock receive while stateside? What were the details of the news?

2. What happens at the end of Land's tour that gets him into trouble with his commanding officer?

3. How did Hathcock and Burke become involved in a separate mission? What were the details?

4. What is Hathcock's answer when an intelligence officer asks about his shooting accuracy?

5. What is the next piece of news Hathcock receives? What is his reaction? What is his wife's reaction?

6. What incident causes Hathcock to get into hot water with his commander?

7. What is happening with the Vietnam War as Hathcock finishes his tour of duty?

8. What happens while Hathcock is on restriction? What request is made by Hathcock?

9. What speculation makes the secret operation even more interesting?

10. What information was gained from the enemy spy? Who is in the most danger?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss in detail the involvement of the Marines on Hill 55 in Vietnam. Examine the location, its benefits and drawbacks. What was so important about that particular battalion at that particular location? What difference did it make to have the Marines at that location? How might things have changed after Hathcock's injury and eventual discharge?

Essay Topic 2

The Apache was a significant character in the book in regards to enemy activity. Describe in detail who the Apache was, who she worked for, her role in the war, how her work affected the enemy, and her eventual downfall.

Essay Topic 3

Hathcock is reprimanded for taking on missions alone without permission. Explain why it was a foolish move. Was that kind of action common for a trained and experienced soldier? Explain. Do you think Hathcock was truly concerned about the troops or was the act a bit of grandstanding on Hathcock's part? Why was Land so angry? What might have happened if another soldier had pulled the same stunt? How was Hathcock punished? Do you think the punishment fit the crime?

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