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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 meant by "snapping in"?
(a) Holding an aim.
(b) Multiple shots at a single target.
(c) Precision in marching.
(d) Dry firing.

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

3. What is surprising about the Japanese counter attack on Peleliu?
(a) It was much more intense than anticipated.
(b) It came too soon.
(c) It was not as intense as anticipated.
(d) It was not a Banzai attack.

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

5. Why is Sledge not ashamed of his fear before the assault on Peleliu?
(a) He was told to use his fear to empower him.
(b) He sees that all the other men with him feel the same way.
(c) He knows he will fight bravely even though he is afraid.
(d) He is strong enough to not shed tears.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is a Ka Bar?

3. What was the name of the ship that Sledge and his company took after they completed their training?

4. What does a clear distinct voice tell Sledge while he is sitting with a group of buddies on Peleliu?

5. What is Sledge momentarily pinned down by at Peleliu?

(see the answer key)

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