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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. What does Sledge read in a letter from home after a hard day of combat in Okinawa?
(a) His girlfriend is married.
(b) His mother is sick.
(c) His dog has been killed.
(d) His brother was killed.

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

3. What does a clear distinct voice tell Sledge while he is sitting with a group of buddies on Peleliu?
(a) Peace is the goal!
(b) You are doing the right thing!
(c) Serve with honor!
(d) You will survive the war!

4. What does Sledge witness before he heads out to battle at the beginning of chapter 12?
(a) A group of soldires praying.
(b) A priest giving communion.
(c) His commanding officer weeping.
(d) A marine kissing a family picture.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sledge resent about the officers giving him orders during his non-combat time?

2. What does Lieutenant Stanley collapse from after the fighting at Okinawa?

3. Where is Sledge transferred after the war is ended?

4. Where did Sledge attend boot camp?

5. What is the expected mortality rate on the beaches at Okinawa?

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