Matterhorn - Chapter 4 Quiz

What does Mulvaney tell Simpson to do even though there is a planned operation in Chapter 4 of Matterhorn?

Question Answer Choices Request additional reinforcements. Move his command center to the mountain. Establish a new supply line. Delay the planned operation.

What frustrates Colonel Mulvaney about the report on the firefight in Chapter 4 of Matterhorn?

Question Answer Choices The report contains false information about enemy positions. The report exaggerates the number of enemy dead. The report fails to mention the bravery of the soldiers. The report is bereft of actionable intelligence.

What does Mellas enjoy about the job of constructing bunkers in Chapter 4 of Matterhorn?

Question Answer Choices The camaraderie with his men. The intellectual challenge of the job. The physical labor involved. The opportunity to demonstrate leadership.

What does Fitch mandate the commanders to find in Chapter 4 of Matterhorn?

Question Answer Choices Enemy supply caches. A communication outpost. A hidden bunker. The NVA machine gun.

What does Mellas approach Hawke about in Chapter 4 of Matterhorn?

Question Answer Choices Securing medals for Rider and his fire team. Organizing a new patrol through the jungle. Planning a surprise attack on the enemy. Requesting additional supplies for the company.

What do Mellas and his men begin to long for as they become run down by the constant building in Chapter 4 of Matterhorn?

Question Answer Choices More supplies and equipment. The dangerous patrols through the jungle. A break from the fighting. A visit from their families.

What is the reaction of Mellas and his men when they are ordered to leave Matterhorn after completing the fortifications?

Question Answer Choices They are excited. They are confused. They are relieved. They are infuriated.

What does Hawke see into the truth of about Mellas's ambition in Chapter 4 of Matterhorn?

Question Answer Choices That he wants to become a general. That he thinks he can someday run for Congress as a decorated ex-Marine. That he plans to write a book about his experiences. That he aims to become a military strategist.

What does Hawke suggest he might be able to secure for Rider instead of medals?

Question Answer Choices A promotion. A commendation letter. A transfer to a safer location. Additional leave time.

What does Simpson report on regarding Matterhorn in Chapter 4 of Matterhorn?

Question Answer Choices The morale of the soldiers. The supply status of the company. The enemy's movement patterns. The progress of the fortifications and the artillery positions.