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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, Another Amphibious Assault.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Sledge think about the Marine Corps pilots while he is heading away from Peleliu?
(a) They are not as skilled as the Japanese.
(b) They are highly effective.
(c) They are harbingers of death.
(d) They are incredibly skilled.

2. What is the name of the ridge on Peleliu that was under almost constant barrage of artillery?
(a) Broken Neck Ridge.
(b) Bloody Nose Ridge.
(c) Heart Attack Ridge.
(d) Caualty Capital Ridge.

3. What is Shelton's nick-name?
(a) Sharp Shooter.
(b) Mate.
(c) Ack Ack.
(d) Snafu.

4. What were the Marines taught about "fighting dirty"?
(a) There is no such thing.
(b) Only when necessary.
(c) Never stoop to that level.
(d) Do not hesitate.

5. Where is Sledge sent after three days on Peleliu?
(a) Korea.
(b) Home to America.
(c) Ngesebus Island.
(d) Okinawa.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sledge watch explode from direct Japanese fire?

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

3. What was the company's opinion of Captain Haldane?

4. What was Caswell's nick-name?

5. What causes Sledge momentary mental confusion as he is fighting outside of the pillbox?

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