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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13 - 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to one rumor, what substance was added to food served to servicemen?
(a) Petrol.
(b) Sulfur.
(c) Saltpeter.
(d) Wax.

2. What is one major product for which many improvised substitutes were devised?
(a) Bread.
(b) Butter.
(c) Coffee.
(d) Gasoline.

3. Rumors about the axis frequently dealt with what subject?
(a) Their atrocities.
(b) Their combat prowess.
(c) Their superior weaponry.
(d) Their tenacity.

4. The author suggests that disliked soldiers were more likely to be selected for what type of duty?
(a) Meaningless tasks.
(b) Dangerous combat roles.
(c) Rear area duty.
(d) Unimportant combat roles.

5. One rumor suggested that German sympathizers used what animal to convey intelligence to the enemy?
(a) Sheep.
(b) Cows.
(c) Goats.
(d) Chickens.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the American armed services, the term "chickenshit" referred to what?

2. The author suggests that combat training replaces what other activity typical for young men?

3. Most hazing would best be described as what?

4. What was one of the most routine ways that enlisted men dealt with the hazing they received from officers?

5. How did most media outlets react to the requirements placed on them?

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