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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 does Zim make an example of Jenkins?
(a) He coughs
(b) He laughs
(c) He cries
(d) He sneezes

2. What is Sgt. Migliacco's main function in the MI?
(a) Chaplain
(b) Cook
(c) Driver
(d) Doctor

3. What does Rico suffer in his first practice session using the suit?
(a) A broken leg
(b) A broken arm
(c) A strained shoulder
(d) A sprained ankle

4. What does Rico do when he witnesses Hendrick's flogging?
(a) Pass out
(b) Laugh
(c) Vomit
(d) Turn away

5. What does Rico say is worse than the strokes?
(a) His friends watching
(b) The tears
(c) Hearing laughter
(d) The wait between them

Short Answer Questions

1. How many lashes does Rico receive?

2. What kind of people is the room that Rico lands in full of?

3. Which of Rico's friends persuaded him to join the MI?

4. What is Rico ready to do?

5. Which character dies in this chapter?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do the MIs respond to the loss of Breckenbridge?

2. What is Rico's opinion of boot camp in retrospect?

3. How does Zim respond to Hendrick's criticism of him?

4. Why does the fleet sergeant discourage the two boys from joining the army?

5. What is Rico's job upon landing?

6. What is the troop's mission?

7. Why does Frankel make Hendrick's punishment so light?

8. Describe the three types of suits.

9. Why does Rico find it difficult to adjust to army life?

10. In what way does the army make things tough for the recruits?

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