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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Richard's platoon have to advance so slowly?
(a) It was so dark.
(b) They were carrying heavy weapons.
(c) They feared minefields.
(d) They were unsure of their location.

2. Richard and his frogman friend became known as Mr. Geek and ___________________.
(a) Mr. Mud.
(b) Mr. Green.
(c) Mr. Ribbit.
(d) Mr. Toad.

3. Who did Richard's unit rescue during the Tet Offensive?
(a) School children.
(b) Three American nurses.
(c) Two wounded Marines.
(d) Some nuns.

4. Richard decided to make his career in ___________________.
(a) the Army.
(b) the Marines.
(c) the Navy.
(d) the Air Force.

5. Richard and his squad received intelligence about ______________________ 40 miles down the river.
(a) Fuqua Island.
(b) Ilo-Ilo Island.
(c) Kimchi Island.
(d) Mao Island.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many men were in the SEAL Unit Six that Richard leads?

2. Richard's unit is set up along the ______________ River.

3. Where did Richard take his son along with him?

4. Richard readied his team to grab a/an _________________ and a bunch of hostages.

5. Richard's new unit is which platoon?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who was Chief Petty Officer Barrett and what influence did he have over Richard and his career choice?

2. Describe the mission of Richard's unit after he becomes angry about the clandestine coordination between ARVN-friendly troops and enemy VC.

3. What was the mission for Richard and his men at Juliet Crossing?

4. Describe the intensity of Richard's mission.

5. What happened to Risher during the VC Tet offensive and why was Richard angry at him?

6. Why did Richard and his family move to California in 1971?

7. What was Richard's childhood like?

8. Describe Richard's initial experience in Vietnam as he trained his men.

9. What challenges did Richard face when returning to Virginia Beach and a new staff position?

10. How did Richard realize that he wanted a Navy career and how does he get started in spite of elements working against him?

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