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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Three, The Army, 1894-1900.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Keegan do to pass the time while studying abroad?
(a) Reads in the library.
(b) Listens to records.
(c) Interviews political icons.
(d) Volunteers.

2. According to Keegan, Churchill's Dukedom lineage was for years held by what kind of men?
(a) Upstanding and intellectual men.
(b) Carefree and flighty men.
(c) Serious and stern men.
(d) Dishonerable and treacherous men.

3. What sport did Churchill enjoy playing immensely?
(a) Football (soccer).
(b) Rugby.
(c) Cricket.
(d) Polo.

4. What did Churchill's mother send him while he was in India?
(a) Unsupportive letters.
(b) Crates of books.
(c) Boxes of cigars.
(d) A monthly stipend.

5. What disease took the life of Churchill's father?
(a) Heart attack.
(b) Cancer.
(c) Pneumonia.
(d) Syphilis.

Short Answer Questions

1. In a speech in June 1941, Churchill said, "The British are the only people who like to be told....

2. What did Churchill insist on having when his Colonel ordered him to "Summon the Buffs"?

3. What did Churchill usually have in his hand?

4. Which of the following books did Churchill NOT read during his stay in India?

5. During the Malakand Expedition, British troops held firm. Which group ran in the face of danger?

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