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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As Part 1, Chapter 2 opens, the men are getting ready to advance on the island. What solider does Croft feel will be killed upon landing on Anopopei?
(a) Martinez.
(b) Hennessey.
(c) Stanley.
(d) Wilson.

2. In Part 1, Chapter 2, what does Croft think about himself?
(a) He is a good soldier.
(b) He is omnipotent.
(c) He is a coward.
(d) He is unworthy.

3. Who is the only man to feel sorry about Hennessey's death?
(a) Martinez.
(b) Red.
(c) Croft.
(d) Toglio.

4. In Part 2, Chapter 3, which character is upset that the officers have a higher standard of living than the soldiers?
(a) Hearn.
(b) Conn.
(c) Cummings.
(d) Dalleson.

5. How do the soldiers feel about the conditions of the island?
(a) Fortunate.
(b) Miserable.
(c) Indifferent.
(d) Happy.

Short Answer Questions

1. During Red's flashback the reader learns that Red began work at an early age. What type of work did Red do from age 13 to 18?

2. In Part 2, Chapter 2, who does Mantelli send to Croft's platoon?

3. What events led to Croft joining the Army?

4. In Part 2, Chapter 3, what does Hearn feel guilty over?

5. At what time do the troops reach Anopopei?

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