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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 make sure he was able to fight?
(a) He passed all his marksmen tests.
(b) He lied about his age.
(c) He convinced a nurse to not record his medical issue.
(d) He failed Officer Training School.

2. What is Sledge recognized as after his graduation from boot camp?
(a) A legal voter.
(b) A marine.
(c) An instructor.
(d) An officer.

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

4. Where did Sledge attend boot camp?
(a) San Diego.
(b) San Albana.
(c) San Marino.
(d) San Francisco.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What did Sledge's instructors promise that they would need to know to do?

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

5. What is meant by "snapping in"?

(see the answer key)

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