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

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

3. One evening Brown and Stanley are in their bunks talking. What topic are they discussing?
(a) War.
(b) Strategy.
(c) Women.
(d) Home.

4. What is the name of the island this platoon invaded before reaching Anopopei?
(a) Honshu.
(b) Kyushu.
(c) Motome.
(d) Hokkaido.

5. During a discussion between Brown and Stanley, what does Brown say he will do to his wife if she is cheating on him?
(a) Divorce her.
(b) Forgive her.
(c) Kill her.
(d) Beat her up.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the beginning of Part 1, Chapter 1, some of the men are playing poker. Which card player wins 100 Australian pounds?

2. As Gallagher thinks about the past, why is he upset about the post office job?

3. How does the commanding officer describe Anopopei?

4. At what time do the troops reach Anopopei?

5. Hearn has a number of undesirable characteristics. What is one of them mentioned in Part 2, Chapter 3?

(see the answer key)

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