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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Hearn has a flashback about his childhood. How is his mother described during this flashback?
(a) Snobbish.
(b) Beautiful.
(c) Mean.
(d) An angel.

3. How many letters does the dead soldier Hennessey receive?
(a) 20.
(b) 30.
(c) 10.
(d) 15.

4. 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?
(a) Mining.
(b) Construction.
(c) Factory work.
(d) Grocery.

5. Wilson tells the men he has another woman in Kansas. What is his reason for liking her more than his own wife?
(a) She keeps the house clean.
(b) She is a better cook.
(c) She is wealthy.
(d) She is better in bed.

Short Answer Questions

1. During a discussion between Brown and Stanley, what does Brown say he will do to his wife if she is cheating on him?

2. How do the soldiers feel about the conditions of the island?

3. As the book opens, which solider is not taking the card game seriously and offers to give back some of his winnings?

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

5. Which character is said to be a loner?

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