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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Sledge and his crew have to re-seat the base-plate of their mortar after a few rounds while holding the front lines in Okinawa?
(a) The recoil drives the base-plate into the mud.
(b) The rain is ruining the ammunition.
(c) They have to move the mortar forward as they advance on the Japanese.
(d) They have to re-set the targets as the Japanese advance.

2. What is Sledge's duty on the 50th day of combat at Okinawa?
(a) Statistics recorder.
(b) Stretcher bearer.
(c) Medical assistant.
(d) Trench digger.

3. What does Shadow reprimand John Redifer for after a long day of harsh battle?
(a) Showing bravery under fire.
(b) Saying prayers before each battle.
(c) Hiding in a fox hoel during combat.
(d) Stealing extra food rations.

4. Where is Sledge's unit located during the fighting in chapter 12?
(a) Heart Break Hill.
(b) Half Moon Hill.
(c) Broken Neck Hollow.
(d) Bloody Nose Ridge.

5. How do the veteran men feel about their commanding officer on Okinawa?
(a) They want him to seek medical attention.
(b) They fear he will die.
(c) They enjoy his enthusiasm.
(d) They hold him in contempt.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Mac's behavior at the front lines on Okinawa so unexpected?

2. What surprises Sledge about the picture that Kathy shows him?

3. What was so amazing about Boyle's clothing after the 50th day of combat?

4. What is the weather like as Sledge heads away from Shuri?

5. Why don't Sledge and Shelton fire on the infiltrators they see heading for the command post?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why were two marines fighting over a silly range card, when most cards got thrown away?

2. What is the condition of Sledge's feet when he takes his socks off after two weeks of not ever taking them off?

3. What is covering nearly every surface while sledge is stationed at Half Moon Hill?

4. Why are Sledge and the other men forced to do a manual re-supply when it begins to rain on Okinawa?

5. Why are Sledge and his platoon not deeply affected by Franklin Roosevelt's death?

6. Why are so many marines unable to continue fighting during the rainstorms on Okinawa?

7. What does Sledge credit his survival in combat to?

8. What do Sledge and some of his comrades watch a Japanese woman do while they are on Okinawa?

9. How do Sledge and his platoon feel about Shadow?

10. How does Sledge feel as the barrage of Japanese fire continues after he rescues Caswell?

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