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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 was the company's opinion of Captain Haldane?
(a) They were afraid of him.
(b) They adored him.
(c) They hated him.
(d) They needed him.

2. What did Sledge's instructors promise that they would need to know to do?
(a) Shoot with precision.
(b) Walk without sound.
(c) Fight with a knife.
(d) Cauterize a wound.

3. What month was Sledge transported to combat?
(a) October.
(b) August.
(c) September.
(d) July.

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

5. What famous personality performs a show for Sledge's company?
(a) Bob Hope.
(b) Lil' Abner.
(c) Marilyn Monroe.
(d) Peggy Armstrong.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Where were most of Sledge's classmates transferred to after Boot Camp?

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

4. What war is this book set in?

5. Sledge gets the chance to meet veterans from where?

(see the answer key)

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