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

2. Who received a polite applause at the Swift Boat Veterans Reunion, according to O'Neill?
(a) The visiting dignitaries.
(b) The secretary of state.
(c) The current Vice President.
(d) The ambassador.

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

4. How did Kerry injure himself during his time with the skimmer?
(a) From firing a rocket launcher too close, resulting in a tiny fragment in his shoulder.
(b) From firing a rocket launcher too far away, resulting in a large fragment in his shoulder.
(c) From firing a rocket launcher too far away, resulting in a tiny fragment in his shoulder.
(d) From firing a rocket launcher too close, resulting in a large fragment in his shoulder.

5. What is the first sub-section of Part 1 of the book titled?
(a) The Repulsive Warrior.
(b) The Reluctant Warrior.
(c) The Righteous Warrior.
(d) The Ridiculous Warrior.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which city hosted the Swift Boat Veterans Reunion?

2. How many of Kerry's commanders signed the open letter from the Swiftees?

3. How did the audience appear when Kerry first appeared on camera during the Dick Cavett Show?

4. What was the primary role of skimmers?

5. What bodies of water were the PCFs eventually tasked for?

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