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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 was Sledge's job in the Marines?
(a) General Infantry.
(b) Head Gunner.
(c) Training Instructor.
(d) Assistant Gunner.

2. What does Sledge's commander do when half of his class flunks out?
(a) He screams and demands re-testing.
(b) He resigns from his post, feeling he has failed.
(c) He cries.
(d) He winks and nods.

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

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

5. What did the new Marines do to the veterans?
(a) Challenged them to boxing matches.
(b) Sent letters home with them.
(c) Asked for extra weapons.
(d) Smothered them with questions.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where was Sledge stationed?

2. What war is this book set in?

3. How did Sledge make sure he was able to fight?

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

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

(see the answer key)

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