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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. In what branch of the military does Bill Harbison serve?
(a) Navy.
(b) Air Force.
(c) Army.
(d) Marines.

2. Emile tells Nellie that he had to leave Marseilles because he _______________.
(a) broke out of prison.
(b) was a thief.
(c) killed a man.
(d) was a political incendiary.

3. Who is the pilot who lands on the new airstrip after his plane is damaged in a dogfight?
(a) Bus Adams.
(b) Jonathan Cole.
(c) Joe Mitchell.
(d) Eddie Franks.

4. What is at a premium on the small coral island?
(a) Fuel.
(b) Food.
(c) Water.
(d) Weapons.

5. What is a major source of American casualties during the South Pacific campaign?
(a) Dogfights.
(b) Malaria.
(c) Bacterial infections.
(d) Attacks by Japanese suicide men.

Short Answer Questions

1. The women on the naval bases need extra security from ______________.

2. Who does Nellie ultimately decide to marry?

3. Paul compared his survival of the plane crash as _________________.

4. What nationality is the nun in #95?

5. The airstrip in #133 is under the command of _________________.

(see the answer key)

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