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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. 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.

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

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

4. What unique hand-to-hand combat technique was offered at Camp Elliot?
(a) Knife fighting and judo.
(b) Karate.
(c) Boxing.
(d) Fencing.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What chore at camp does Sledge hate the most?

2. What did the new Marines do to the veterans?

3. What state was sledge born in?

4. Where was Sledge stationed?

5. What war is this book set in?

(see the answer key)

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