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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Carlyle refuse to get off of the floor and into bed?
(a) Carlyle says he cannot find his bed; it is gone.
(b) Carlyle says he cannot walk because of his broken ankle.
(c) Carlyle is afraid Richie will get into bed with him.
(d) Carlyle is afraid of his bed.

2. Why does Cokes claim he has been falling down a lot?
(a) From PTSD.
(b) From dizzy spells.
(c) From leukemia.
(d) From drinking.

3. What do Roger and Billy bring Carlyle while he is laying on the floor?
(a) Another beer.
(b) The mop.
(c) The blankets from their beds.
(d) The Playboy.

4. What does Roger claim will happen to Sarge (Rooney) within one year?
(a) He will be dishonorably discharged.
(b) He will drink himself to death.
(c) He will die in action in the war.
(d) He will blow himself up.

5. In Act 1, where does Richie invite Billy to go?
(a) The movies.
(b) To go visit his sister.
(c) Off base to a bar.
(d) Home with him on leave.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Richie believe the suicide attempt was made?

2. After lights out, why does Carlyle say he is crawling on the floor?

3. Why does Roger think Richie joined the Army?

4. Why does Billy threaten Richie while they are mopping the bunks?

5. Who does Billy claim is a beautiful screamer?

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