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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The "Territorials" are noted for what unusual quality?
(a) They are old men.
(b) They are former criminals.
(c) They are too young for regular duty.
(d) They are foreigners.

2. What is Volpatte's condition when he is found?
(a) He is wrapped in bloody bandages.
(b) He is dead.
(c) He is violently ill.
(d) He is insane.

3. Which soldier besides Lamuse believes the Eudoxie is infatuated with him?
(a) Farfadet.
(b) Blair.
(c) Volpatte.
(d) Paradis.

4. How are Volpatte and Fouillade's positions discovered?
(a) They send up a flare.
(b) They sing loudly.
(c) The 204th stumbles across them.
(d) They use a signaling mirror.

5. When Chapter 2 opens, how long has the war been going on?
(a) 22 days.
(b) 15 months.
(c) One year.
(d) Three years.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do the events of the first chapter take place?

2. How is Farfadet "saved"?

3. Why does the old man who speaks to the soldiers leave angry?

4. In general, what opinion do the soldiers have of the local women?

5. Overall, the men of Cpl. Bertrand's squad are best described in what way?

(see the answer key)

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