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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4 - 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The author suggests that before the outbreak of war, the American military was prepared for what type of performance?
(a) Heavy duty.
(b) Light duty.
(c) Extended duty.
(d) Rapid deployment.

2. Casualties among bombers crews would best be described as which of the following?
(a) Non-existent.
(b) Low.
(c) High.
(d) Negligible.

3. Which of the following does the author not list as a cause of the increasing lack of individuality with which solders were treated?
(a) Constant flow of reinforcements.
(b) Huge numbers of casualties.
(c) The ideological nature of the war.
(d) Military training.

4. According to the author, rumors are best described as fulfilling what role?
(a) Acting as entertainment.
(b) Filling gaps in information.
(c) Being a distraction from the war.
(d) Consoling soldiers.

5. The author compares military training to which of the following?
(a) Police force training.
(b) Public school.
(c) A crucible.
(d) The classic Greek gymnasium.

Short Answer Questions

1. Soldiers in their thirties were often called what?

2. In the iconic pre-war image discussed in Chapter 1, the soldiers are driving what sort of vehicle?

3. How long did most Americans believe the war would last?

4. Why is Julian Maclaren-Ross discussed in the book?

5. How did most Americans regard Pearl Harbor?

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