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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, Stay of Execution.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Mac want to arm himself with as he charges the Japanese line at Okinawa?
(a) A sniper rifle.
(b) A 60mm mortar.
(c) A knife and a pistol.
(d) A grenade.

2. What stops the shooting from the Japanese in the pillbox?
(a) A flame thrower.
(b) A treaty.
(c) Direct shots from machine guns.
(d) The pillbox runs out of ammunition.

3. What does Sledge resent about the officers giving him orders during his non-combat time?
(a) Their tone.
(b) Their inexperience.
(c) Their condescension.
(d) Their lack of concern for their mental welfare.

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

5. What is Sledge trained in when he is off duty?
(a) Language of the local area.
(b) Amphibious assault techniques.
(c) Hand-to-hand combat.
(d) Endurance training.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What was the name of the ship that Sledge and his company took after they completed their training?

3. What is the name of Sledge's platoon at Okinawa?

4. How do the veteran men feel about their commanding officer on Okinawa?

5. What famous personality performs a show for Sledge's company?

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