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

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

3. What war is this book set in?
(a) Korean.
(b) Vietnam.
(c) WWI.
(d) WWII.

4. What was the name of the ship that Sledge and his company took after they completed their training?
(a) President Lincoln.
(b) President Washington.
(c) President Johnson.
(d) President Polk.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a Ka Bar?

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

3. What was the main focus of training for Sledge's instructor while at boot camp?

4. Who does Sledge describe as "slightly Asiatic in thinking"?

5. What holiday did Sledge graduate from boot camp on?

(see the answer key)

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