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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. After his deferment request was denied, how did Kerry enlist in the Navy Reserve?
(a) As a backup soldier.
(b) As an active volunteer.
(c) As an inactive volunteer.
(d) As a frontline soldier.

2. What does O'Neill call Kerry during his time in Vietnam?
(a) Just another number.
(b) Just another soldier.
(c) Just another war criminal.
(d) Just another politician.

3. Out of the officers who served with Kerry, how many signed the open letter from the Swiftees?
(a) 20.
(b) 11.
(c) 23.
(d) 15.

4. According to O'Neill, where did Kerry meet with the enemies of America while American soldiers were still fighting and dying?
(a) Vietnam.
(b) Germany.
(c) Paris.
(d) Thailand.

5. How did the applause change when the actual Swift Boat Veterans were introduced at their Reunion?
(a) It did not change.
(b) It caused a riot to break out.
(c) It became a little less vocal.
(d) It became more vocal and uproarious.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many signatures were on the open letter to Kerry from the Swiftees?

2. What was the primary role of skimmers?

3. What was the title of Kerry's book?

4. How did the Swift Boat Veterans feel as a result of Kerry's cameo appearance and motives?

5. Why does O'Neill think Kerry agreed to serve in Vietnam?

(see the answer key)

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