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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12, Of Mud and Maggots.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What month does Sledge reach his destination for his off-combat time?
(a) October.
(b) November.
(c) December.
(d) September.

2. What do the men in Sledge's company debate about their work at Peleliu?
(a) If it was necessary.
(b) If it was done in the right way.
(c) If they were fighting for the right cause.
(d) If it was enough.

3. Where does Sledge go for R&R after his first tour of combat?
(a) Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.
(b) Macquitti Bay, Pavuvu.
(c) Sicily, Italy.
(d) Okinawa, Japan.

4. What is covering nearly every surface while Sledge works as a stretcher bearer?
(a) Blood.
(b) Maggots.
(c) Pus.
(d) Water.

5. How did Kathy get his nickname?
(a) He is very feminine.
(b) His last name is Kathleen.
(c) His wife's name is Kathy and he constantly talks about her.
(d) He had an affair with a chorus girl.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the state of the water that the Marines are supplied with after the first day of battle at Peleliu?

2. What is Sledge's reaction to the first Japanese casualties he sees?

3. What does a clear distinct voice tell Sledge while he is sitting with a group of buddies on Peleliu?

4. What does Nease do to make their New Year's at the non-combat zone more festive?

5. What does Sledge say in his interview to be an officer?

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