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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 Roger tell Carlyle that he got such a nice room in the Army?
(a) Because of his relationship with the master sergent.
(b) Because of good behavior.
(c) Because he is a Spec 4.
(d) Because he paid off the bunk officer.

2. How many people from Billy's platoon are going to Vietnam?
(a) Seven.
(b) Three.
(c) Five.
(d) Four.

3. Roger asks Billy if he would rather fight a war in the freezing cold or one where there were "awful ....". Awful what?
(a) Living quarters.
(b) Snakes.
(c) Sergeants.
(d) Poisons.

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

5. Why does Roger think Richie joined the Army?
(a) To become "straight."
(b) To get away from his parents.
(c) To be killed and die in honor.
(d) To be around lots of men.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Cokes sent home from battle?

2. What does Roger claim will happen to Sarge (Rooney) within one year?

3. Why does Cokes claim he has been falling down a lot?

4. In the beginning of Act 1, what does Martin tell Richie he does every morning when he wakes up?

5. What division of the Army have Rooney and Cokes been in together?

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