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

2. How many days did the bridge holding exercise given to Company D last?
(a) Five days.
(b) Three days.
(c) Nine days.
(d) Two days.

3. What did Georges Gondree dig up from his garden?
(a) A detailed map of German positions.
(b) A pot of gold.
(c) 98 bottles of champagne.
(d) 65 bottles of cider.

4. Where was Hans Schmidt on the evening of June 5?
(a) Caen.
(b) Tockville.
(c) Brest.
(d) Ranville

5. What direction did Howard and his men start moving after being relieved?
(a) North.
(b) East.
(c) West.
(d) South.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the plan, who would relieve Howard after his mission was accomplished?

2. What were the men of Company D trained to do?

3. What did Sweeney say he heard during a meeting about the current situation of the troops on the Pegasus bridge?

4. Where was Von Luck assigned in 1942?

5. What did George and Theresa Gondree do for a living?

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