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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1 Chapter 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Pyle see himself?
(a) He sees himself as a serious backer of the French.
(b) He sees himself as being trapped where he doesn't want to be.
(c) He describes himself as an observer with no real views on the war.
(d) He sees himself as a possible source of winning information.

2. What seems to be Vigot's main concern?
(a) Finishing and going to the bar
(b) Pinning the crime on Fowler
(c) Writing up a report that will pass the scrutiny of his superiors
(d) Bribing Fowler to let him have Phuong

3. How was Pyle killed?
(a) Someone poured gasoline on him and set him on fire.
(b) Someone strangled him and threw his body in the river.
(c) Someone stabbed him before dumping his body in the mud and he drowned.
(d) Someone shot him in the head.

4. What does Pyle notice the first time Fowler meets him?
(a) That Fowler is left-handed.
(b) The Milk Fountain where Vietnamese people buy malted milks.
(c) The spies who are trailing Fowler.
(d) The time on the big clock in the square.

5. What is the difference between Fowler and Pyle?
(a) Fowler is new to the country; Pyle knew the risks he was taking.
(b) Fowler understands Vietnam and loves it; Pyle did not understand Viet Nam and wanted to save it.
(c) Fowler has no fear; Pyle was afraid of his shadow.
(d) Fowler knows all the big players; Pyle knew only the subordinates.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do Granger, Joe and Pyle decide to go?

2. What information does Fowler offer Pyle?

3. What is Lieutenant Peraud's obsession?

4. Who comes to the table to talk to Fowler while Pyle and Phuong are dancing?

5. While waiting for Pyle who is three hours late, what does Phuong do for Fowler?

(see the answer key)

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