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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7 - 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What drink did German troops generally prefer?
(a) Schnapps.
(b) Whiskey.
(c) Gin.
(d) Bourban.

2. Hazing occurred at what levels within the American military?
(a) At the middle and upper levels.
(b) At the low-levels only.
(c) At all levels.
(d) At the middle levels only.

3. How did most Americans regard Pearl Harbor?
(a) As an aberration.
(b) As a normal combat engagement.
(c) As a well-executed attack.
(d) As the typical type of battle to be expected.

4. The frequency of prostitution and ephemeral romantic relationships would best be described as which of the following?
(a) Constant.
(b) Almost non-existent.
(c) Rare.
(d) Infrequent.

5. How important was a rumor's accuracy and predictive success for its tendency to spread?
(a) Success was usually ignored.
(b) Success was not important at all.
(c) Success usually ended a rumor.
(d) Success was crucially important.

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. Throughout Chapter 6, the author describes enlisted men as being which of the following?

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

4. How common was sexual intercourse as an anodyne compared with drinking?

5. What term does the author not use as an example of vocabulary intended to demean enlisted men?

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