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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 the author, most of the well-known novels about WWII are really about what?
(a) Discipline.
(b) Officers.
(c) Petty hazing.
(d) Boredom.

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

3. What was done in England to frustrate a potential invading force?
(a) Certain unmarked fields were filled with land mines.
(b) Streets were interrupted by large barricades.
(c) Every male citizen was issued a rifle.
(d) Roadway signs and building addresses were removed.

4. According to the author, what was the unstated purpose of the use of inveterate profanity?
(a) To differentiate officers and enlisted men.
(b) To create camaraderie between officers and enlisted men.
(c) To set officers apart since only they could use it.
(d) To demean enlisted men.

5. The author suggests that combat training replaces what other activity typical for young men?
(a) Dating.
(b) Work.
(c) Organized sports.
(d) Education.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the author, what was the last war in which soldiers were at least theoretically thought of as unique individuals with distinct identities?

2. The use of meaningless and tedious tasks as hazing would best be described as which of the following?

3. What was the state of the global economy before the war began?

4. What belief about the Japanese caused Americans to think that their war with Japan would end quickly?

5. According to the rumor about servicemen's food, why was a certain substance added to their food?

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