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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What term does the author not use as an example of vocabulary intended to demean enlisted men?
(a) Pup tent.
(b) Dog tags.
(c) Stray.
(d) Dogface.

2. What qualifications did reporters need in order to gain access to war zones?
(a) Compliance with military guidelines.
(b) Non German or Japanese heritage.
(c) Signed statements of confidentiality.
(d) Immediate family serving in the war.

3. What was one of the most routine ways that enlisted men dealt with the hazing they received from officers?
(a) By fighting amongst themselves.
(b) By complaining to higher ranking officers.
(c) By insulting officers openly.
(d) By sabotaging the officers' interests.

4. Who was the editor of Horizon?
(a) Anthony Edwards.
(b) Cyril Connolly.
(c) Stanley Milgram.
(d) Nigel Dennis.

5. How closely did the official and public media outlets coordinate their coverage?
(a) They had no coordination.
(b) They colluded closely together.
(c) They communicated only occasionally.
(d) They competed with each other.

Short Answer Questions

1. What other outlets are specifically cited in Chapter 13 for adopting the tone and texture of official media?

2. Most proponents of precision bombing suggested that it be used to destroy what enemy targets?

3. The author suggests that before the outbreak of war, the American military was prepared for what type of performance?

4. How did advertisers change their strategies during the war?

5. Americans believed that heavy bombers had what quality?

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