2. Which of the following is not removed from the helicopter?
(a) Wooden crates.
(b) Artillery.
(c) Boxes of rations.
(d) Mortars.

3. Which of the following is not typically used to fight in this particular instance?
(a) Foot soldiers.
(b) Helicopter gunships.
(c) Infantry on horseback.
(d) Aircraft bombers.

4. How many of the Vietcong are killed by the Americans?
(a) 4.
(b) 2.
(c) 0.
(d) 1.

5. On what day is the first Vietcong soldier killed by a soldier?
(a) December 1.
(b) November 15.
(c) November 8.
(d) October 31.

Short Answer Questions

1. The animal had been accidentally setting off ____ which could have been very dangerous to the soldiers.

2. How many hits are made by Downs?

3. Where were the troops moved to next?

4. What is referred to using the acronym OCS?

5. What is the nickname used for the local residents?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is exposed by a random shot fired by Downs? What is the next step taken in the mission? What is discovered?

2. Describe the others at the camp, including Downs' meetings with other soldiers and superiors.

3. Discuss Downs' situation at the base camp. Where is it located? What is the name of the platoon?

4. Downs comes to what realization during this time?

5. Describe the scene that takes place on the bridge. Who is involved?

6. Describe the scene that takes place on November 13th. What types of weapons are involved in the conflict? What type of shelter is available for the soldiers?

7. Who gives Downs details about his destination? What does the man say?

8. Describe the people confronted in one of the villages. What happens to them?

9. What is the issue with convoys traveling by the established road? What were the orders issued to the men?

10. What is the biggest problem with this plan?

(see the answer keys)

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