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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, Assault into Hell.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Sledge describe as "slightly Asiatic in thinking"?
(a) Haldane.
(b) Hanover.
(c) Haney.
(d) Shelton.

2. What is Sledge's reaction to the first Japanese casualties he sees?
(a) He is sickened.
(b) He finds mercy in his heart.
(c) He is numb to any emotion.
(d) He feels hatred.

3. Why is Sledge so tense while on board the ship?
(a) He does not respect his commanding officer.
(b) He is very sea-sick.
(c) He does not know his destination.
(d) He is hearing a lot of bad rumors.

4. Sledge gets the chance to meet veterans from where?
(a) Okinawa.
(b) Bougainville.
(c) British Isles.
(d) Nagisaki.

5. Why is Sledge not ashamed of his fear before the assault on Peleliu?
(a) He was told to use his fear to empower him.
(b) He sees that all the other men with him feel the same way.
(c) He is strong enough to not shed tears.
(d) He knows he will fight bravely even though he is afraid.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are Sledge and his company trained in while at the first destination?

2. What is the weather like on the day of the assault on Peleliu?

3. What does Rupertus predict at Peleliu?

4. What does he see the veteran soldiers do when they see the first Japanese casualties?

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

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