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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. What were the Marines taught about "fighting dirty"?
(a) There is no such thing.
(b) Do not hesitate.
(c) Only when necessary.
(d) Never stoop to that level.

2. Where were the troops transported to after leaving Camp Elliot?
(a) Camp St. Mark.
(b) Camp St. Louis.
(c) Camp St. Francis.
(d) Camp St. Lorence.

3. What does a clear distinct voice tell Sledge while he is sitting with a group of buddies on Peleliu?
(a) Serve with honor!
(b) Peace is the goal!
(c) You will survive the war!
(d) You are doing the right thing!

4. What chore at camp does Sledge hate the most?
(a) Kitchen patrol.
(b) Hauling away rotting coconuts.
(c) Killing vermin.
(d) Detailing the latrine.

5. What are Sledge and his company trained in while at the first destination?
(a) Large-scale amphibious assault training.
(b) Extensive hand-to-hand combat.
(c) Training on wide range weaponry.
(d) Endurance and land maneuvering.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Sledge recognized as after his graduation from boot camp?

2. How many Japanese troops are supposed to be stationed at Peleliu?

3. Where were most of Sledge's classmates transferred to after Boot Camp?

4. How did Sledge feel about his time at Camp Elliot?

5. What is Sledge trained in when he is off duty?

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