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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Adversary Proceedings.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In his writing, Hardy captures the fact he could hear _____ across the Channel?
(a) Bombs.
(b) Gunfire.
(c) Airplanes.
(d) Explosions.

2. Some German trenches included what special features?
(a) Bunk beds.
(b) Electricity.
(c) All answers are correct.
(d) Kitchens.

3. According to the British commander, what was obvious to him throughout the first part of the war?
(a) They needed a better attack plan.
(b) They needed more army members.
(c) They needed a stronger army.
(d) They needed men to enlist.

4. What are the prolonged implications from soldiers forced in the trenches for a long period of time?
(a) Political.
(b) Psychological.
(c) Social.
(d) All answers are correct.

5. George Sherston used to carry what as a good luck piece?
(a) A feather.
(b) A chunk of fire opal.
(c) A pen.
(d) A four leaf clover.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are some different types of trenches called?

2. Who does Fussell refer to as the master of spiritual irony?

3. In what month was the peace armistice signed for World War I?

4. By mid-December 1914, British troops had been fighting on the Continent for how long?

5. During World War II, where did many soldiers fight from?

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