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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, D-Day Plus One to D-Day Plus Ninety, pgs. 150-163.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was the morale of Howard's men low after D-Day?
(a) They had high casualties.
(b) They thought they would return to England after their mission.
(c) The lack of reconnaissance.
(d) Lack of food and cigarettes.

2. When did the plan say the paratroopers should arrive at the bridges?
(a) 0015 hours.
(b) 0230 hours.
(c) 0125 hours.
(d) 0425 hours.

3. Who fired the Piat weapon?
(a) Howard.
(b) Brotheridge.
(c) Thornton.
(d) Poett.

4. Where would the British infantry head according to the plan set in place for the invasion?
(a) Bayeux.
(b) Caen.
(c) Coutances.
(d) Lile.

5. Who was the first allied soldier to die on D-Day?
(a) Howard.
(b) Poett.
(c) Brotheridge.
(d) Parr.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Howard know about the Gondrees?

2. Who was with Major Smith when he was captured?

3. What did Company D become after June 6?

4. Where would the 3rd Para Brigade drop according to Howard's orders?

5. When did Howard have access to the documentation concerning the plan?

(see the answer key)

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