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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. According to the charges brought against Tyson, how many "Caucasians" is Tyson accused of murdering?
(a) 22.
(b) 14.
(c) 90.
(d) 40.

2. Who agrees to represent Ben Tyson at his court martial?
(a) Vincent Corva.
(b) Keith Overbrook.
(c) Karen Harper.
(d) Chet Brown.

3. Who was the only member of Tyson's platoon to die inside the hospital during the massacre?
(a) Lawrence Cane.
(b) Steven Brandt.
(c) Richard Farley.
(d) Donald Harper.

4. What is the name of the psychiatrist that Tyson almost told the truth to about the events in Vietnam?
(a) Dr. Stahl.
(b) Dr. Mayne.
(c) Dr. Hue.
(d) Dr. Ramsey.

5. Who does the government decide to put in charge of the investigation against Tyson?
(a) Major Berg.
(b) Major Truscott.
(c) Major Van Arken.
(d) Major Harper.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long does it take for Tyson and his wife to consider the public's perception before undertaking any activity?

2. When Marcy and Ben discuss where David should go to school, where does Ben want to send David?

3. What is the name of the officer who greets Tyson when he arrives at the military base?

4. What is the name of the book detailing the activities of Tyson's platoon in Vietnam?

5. What is Tyson doing when Major Harper shows up on the military base?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Tyson excuse himself from the officer's club while he is dining with Marcy to meet a man outside?

2. When Tyson tells Marcy that they need a new car, why does Marcy tell him the car purchase is unwise?

3. As Ben Tyson sees the book detailing the activities of his platoon in Vietnam, what does Tyson suddenly realize?

4. After leaving Picard's house, Ben almost loses his life. What happens?

5. When being questioned by the government investigator, Tyson realizes that his story is full of holes, but sticks to it anyway. Why?

6. When Tyson meets with the man who quietly suggests that Tyson leave the country, how does that meeting end?

7. Why do Berg, Truscott, and Van Arken decide to go after Tyson instead of the enlisted men?

8. Why do the charges against Tyson make a distinction between Orientals and Caucasians?

9. Why does Tyson refuse to call for those members of his platoon who are still alive to come to his defense?

10. Ben and Marcy meet with Levin after Levin has read Harper's official report. Based on that report, what does Levin share with Ben and Marcy?

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