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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 is so impressive to Sledge about Haldane?
(a) He is incredibly brave.
(b) His laugh is infectious and warm.
(c) He has remarkable concern for his men.
(d) He has the strength of ten men.

2. What is the state of the water that the Marines are supplied with after the first day of battle at Peleliu?
(a) Foul and polluted.
(b) Hot but clean.
(c) Cluttered with debris.
(d) Cool and crisp.

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

4. Where is Peleliu?
(a) A tiny island in the Palau group.
(b) On the mainland of Japan.
(c) A small group of islands off the coast of Korea.
(d) In Polynesia.

5. Where is Sledge transferred to after Boot Camp?
(a) Camp Pendleton.
(b) Camp Elliot.
(c) Camp Williams.
(d) Camp David.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sledge see another Marine do to a wounded Japanese man with his Ka Bar?

2. What is meant by "snapping in"?

3. What is Shelton's nick-name?

4. What is surprising about the Japanese counter attack on Peleliu?

5. Where is the first combat destination for Sledge?

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