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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through pp. 282-302, The Airstrip at Konora.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On what kind of boat does Tony go out on some patrols?
(a) Cruise ships.
(b) Battleships.
(c) Missile launchers.
(d) PT.

2. PT boats are sometimes characterized as ________________.
(a) torpedos.
(b) canoes.
(c) logs.
(d) suicide boats.

3. What is the Remittance Man's nickname?
(a) Andy.
(b) Skip.
(c) Buzz.
(d) Bud.

4. Who is the Remittance Man?
(a) A procurement officer.
(b) A shore watcher.
(c) A personnel officer.
(d) A pay officer.

5. The drug Atabrine is also used as _______________.
(a) sweetener.
(b) yellow dye.
(c) sedative.
(d) stimulant.

Short Answer Questions

1. How is the island of Konora shaped?

2. Where does Lieutenant Tony Fry want to set up his headquarters?

3. Who is the narrator's commander in The Cave?

4. What is a major source of American casualties during the South Pacific campaign?

5. What do most men fear being drawn into during their military service?

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