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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 were the charges Kerry leveled against the army during his testimony?
(a) Unwarranted attempts to win the war and a belief in freedom.
(b) Reckless violence and lack of sympathy for the enemy.
(c) Rape and baby killing.
(d) Corruption and betrayal.

2. How did the Swift Boat Veterans feel as a result of Kerry's cameo appearance and motives?
(a) Flattered.
(b) Angry.
(c) Confused.
(d) Ignored.

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

4. How was Joe Ponder wounded during the war?
(a) In a battle Kerry was supposed to be in.
(b) In a battle that Kerry recounts.
(c) In an accident caused by Kerry.
(d) In an accident witnessed by Kerry.

5. Where were the PCFs tasked?
(a) The Kong River.
(b) The Mekong Delta.
(c) The Gulf of Tonkin.
(d) The Red River Delta.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What type of account does O'Neill provide for the Swift Boat Veterans Reunion?

3. When did the Swift Boat Veterans Reunion take place?

4. What kept Kerry's unacceptable behavior from his superiors?

5. What is the second sub-section of Part 1 of the book titled?

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