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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. Why does O'Neill think Kerry agreed to serve in Vietnam?
(a) To build his military credentials for personal reasons.
(b) To build his military credentials for political reasons.
(c) Because he supported the war effort there.
(d) Because he was forced to.

2. How many months did Kerry serve with the Swiftees during his tour?
(a) Two.
(b) Three.
(c) Four.
(d) Five.

3. In his first tour of duty, how did Kerry spend most of his time, according to the authors?
(a) Far off the coast of Vietnam.
(b) Right on the coast of Vietnam.
(c) Close to the coast of Vietnam.
(d) In an office back at the military station.

4. What was Kerry referencing during his tour of duty in Vietnam, with regards to Purple Hearts?
(a) An obscure regulation that released soldiers with 3 Purple Hearts.
(b) A well known book detailing the benefits of Purple Hearts in political careers.
(c) An obscure book detailing the benefits of Purple Hearts in political careers.
(d) A well known regulation that released soldiers with 3 Purple Hearts.

5. What does Kerry claim his nickname was in Vietnam?
(a) Glass Jaw.
(b) Flat Jaw.
(c) Lock Jaw.
(d) Square Jaw.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which forests were the PCFs assigned to?

2. According to several Swift Boat officers, how did Kerry respond when the Swiftees were ordered into combat?

3. Who controlled the forests that the PCFs were assigned to?

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

5. How did Kerry shoot the wounded teenage Vietcong during the 1969 incident that he dubiously received a silver star for?

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