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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As the campaign continues, Cummings pessimism grows. But as he reviews the progress of troops, he sees that have have advanced. How does Cummings feel about these advances the troops have made?
(a) Powerful.
(b) Surprised.
(c) Satisfied.
(d) Disappointed.

2. During Brown's flashback, what does he dream of studying in college?
(a) Chemical engineering.
(b) Aeronautical engineering.
(c) Medicine.
(d) Astrology.

3. After firing a cannon to relieve some tension, Cummings returns to his tent feeling very good. He finds his journal which he keeps locked and begins to write, by the time he has finished his entry, how does Cummings feel about his words?
(a) They are truthful.
(b) They are meaningless.
(c) They have no substance.
(d) They are wise.

4. The men have crossed the four-foot gap in the mountain side and have witnessed Roth fall as he tried to jump it. Who does Gallagher eventually blame for Roth's death?
(a) Red.
(b) Croft.
(c) Martinez.
(d) Himself.

5. As the troop continues up the mountain, the weight of the backpacks weighs them down, making it more difficult to hike. What does Wyman do to try to lighten his pack?
(a) Throws out is blanket.
(b) Throws out his canteen.
(c) Throws out his dry clothes.
(d) Throws out his medical supplies.

Short Answer Questions

1. During a flashback of Cummings, the reader learns that he enjoyed sewing and sketching as a child, however his father did not approve. What was his father's action upon learning Cummings was partaking in womanly activities?

2. In Part 3, Chapter 11, who is responsible for the battle that kills General Toyaku?

3. Which soldier states he will re-enlist?

4. Cummings was the commander of the entire island, however, his part in the actual campaign is questionable. What is Cummings responsibility to the success of the attack compared to?

5. One night on the mountain, Martinez expresses his wish for a chaplain. At this, Polack tells the men his opinion of religion. How does Polack feel about religion?

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