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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, Preparation for Combat.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How did Sledge get his position on the 60mm Mortar?
(a) He was offered the choice.
(b) They drew straws.
(c) He requested that position.
(d) He was the head of his class.

3. What was the name of Sledge's older brother?
(a) Daniel.
(b) Edward.
(c) Jacob.
(d) Frank.

4. What was the main focus of training for Sledge's instructor while at boot camp?
(a) Strength and Agility.
(b) Patriotism.
(c) Discipline under stress.
(d) Marksmanship.

5. Where were most of Sledge's classmates transferred to after Boot Camp?
(a) Camp Willams.
(b) Camp Elliot.
(c) Camp David.
(d) Camp Pendleton.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What state was sledge born in?

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

4. Sledge gets the chance to meet veterans from where?

5. Why is Sledge so tense while on board the ship?

(see the answer key)

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