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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, Assault into Hell.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the weather like on the day of the assault on Peleliu?
(a) Unbearably hot.
(b) Freezing.
(c) Breezy and cool.
(d) Extremely windy.

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

3. What is Sledge's reaction to the first Japanese casualties he sees?
(a) He feels hatred.
(b) He is numb to any emotion.
(c) He is sickened.
(d) He finds mercy in his heart.

4. What does a clear distinct voice tell Sledge while he is sitting with a group of buddies on Peleliu?
(a) Serve with honor!
(b) You will survive the war!
(c) Peace is the goal!
(d) You are doing the right thing!

5. How do Sledge's commanding officers expect the Japanese to fight at Peleliu?
(a) Line defensive with trench support.
(b) Banzai charges and air assault.
(c) All-out beach defense followed by banzai charges.
(d) Air raids and beach defense.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Sledge trained in when he is off duty?

2. What was the name of Sledge's older brother?

3. What are Sledge and his company trained in while at the first destination?

4. Where did Sledge attend boot camp?

5. Who does Sledge attribute his survival in combat to?

(see the answer key)

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