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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15, End of the Agony.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Sledge get his position on the 60mm Mortar?
(a) He was the head of his class.
(b) He requested that position.
(c) He was offered the choice.
(d) They drew straws.

2. About how many American soldiers became casualties to secure Japan?
(a) 1,000,000
(b) 10,000
(c) 100,000
(d) 10,000,000

3. Why does Sledge have to hold tight to the Amtrac before the beach assault on Peleliu?
(a) He takes a moment to pray.
(b) He swoons from fear.
(c) The water is very choppy .
(d) His partner faints and Sledge must control it alone.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the Japanese do at night while Sledge is on Peleliu?

2. What is the final Japanese hold-out position in Okinawa?

3. What does Mac shoot at to pass the time while waiting for the enemy to arrive at Okinawa?

4. What does Sledge's commander do when half of his class flunks out?

5. What does Mac want to arm himself with as he charges the Japanese line at Okinawa?

(see the answer key)

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