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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: John Kerry in Vietnam.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did the author of Kerry's Boston Globe biography write about Kerry's reason for joining the Swift Boats?
(a) He had no idea what he was getting into.
(b) He thought it would be a great experience.
(c) He thought it would keep him away from conflict.
(d) He really liked boats.

2. According to several Swift Boat officers, how did Kerry respond when the Swiftees were ordered into combat?
(a) He strenuously objected.
(b) He refused to go.
(c) He was confused.
(d) He didn't mind.

3. What was the normal length of one tour of duty in Vietnam?
(a) One year.
(b) Two years.
(c) Two and a half years.
(d) Six months.

4. What office did Kerry hold when he ran for the presidency?
(a) Mayor.
(b) Congressman.
(c) Governor.
(d) Senator.

5. Which forests were the PCFs assigned to?
(a) The Gon and Tra Su.
(b) The U Mhin and Nam Cam.
(c) The Mangrove and Pu Luong.
(d) The Tam Dao and Mang Deng.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Kerry have a high regard for, according to those who served with him?

2. What did O'Neill request from the Committee after hearing Kerry's testimony?

3. What did Kerry misrepresent, according to the open letter by the Swift Boat Veterans?

4. Why does O'Neill think that Americans are uninformed?

5. Why was Kerry included in the "War Heroes" exhibit?

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