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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which character is said to be a loner?
(a) Brown.
(b) Stanley.
(c) Red.
(d) Wilson.

2. What is Red's strategy for dealing with his current situation of being at war?
(a) Rely on the support of the platoon.
(b) Take it one day at a time.
(c) Seek guidance from a superior.
(d) Think positively.

3. In Martinez's flashback in Part 2, Chapter 2, what did he dream of becoming?
(a) Teacher.
(b) Soldier.
(c) Cook.
(d) Businessman.

4. Hearn has a number of undesirable characteristics. What is one of them mentioned in Part 2, Chapter 3?
(a) He is conceited.
(b) He likes to sees others humiliated.
(c) He complains about everything.
(d) He has poor hygiene.

5. What does Stanley hope to gain by befriending Brown?
(a) Advancement.
(b) A job.
(c) Extra time off.
(d) Support.

Short Answer Questions

1. By Part 2, Chapter 2, why has Croft become frustrated on the island?

2. 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?

3. In Part 1, Chapter 2, why does Hennessey run out of the foxhole?

4. In Part 2, Chapter 1, the men are now on the island, who is the commanding officer on the island?

5. What is the General's worst fear about the island?

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