Matterhorn - Chapter 9 Quiz

Why does Simpson tell his lieutenant to send only batteries and not more rations?

Question Answer Choices To teach the commander a lesson in pride. Because they ran out of rations. Because the helicopter could not carry more weight. To test the men's endurance.

What condition severely affects Hippy in Chapter 9?

Question Answer Choices A snake bite. Severe dehydration. A broken leg. Jungle rot in his feet.

What do Mellas and Hawke discuss later that night?

Question Answer Choices The need for more medical supplies. The best route to take the next day. The absurdity of the situation and the gross mismanagement of the military in Vietnam. The possibility of surrendering.

What does Vancouver discover while walking point?

Question Answer Choices A cleared trail. An enemy camp. A river crossing. A hidden cave.

What do the men use to clear the landing zone?

Question Answer Choices Explosives. Chainsaws. Machetes. Axes.

What does Mellas decide to do to save time during the march?

Question Answer Choices Wait for reinforcements. Climb over a mountain. Move through a river. Take a shortcut through the jungle.

What happens to Shortround while moving through the river?

Question Answer Choices He gets bitten by a snake. He loses his weapon. He finds a hidden path. He nearly drowns.

Why are the men in Bravo Company disappointed when the helicopter arrives?

Question Answer Choices The helicopter brings more injured soldiers instead of supplies. The helicopter brings only batteries and no food. The helicopter is attacked by enemy forces and turns back. The helicopter is unable to land due to bad weather.

What happens to Parker in Chapter 9 of Matterhorn?

Question Answer Choices He dies from an extreme strain of malaria. He successfully escapes the jungle. He is captured by enemy troops. He is rescued and recovers fully.

What does Simpson instruct the men to build while waiting for the helicopters?

Question Answer Choices A medical tent. A defensive trench. A communication tower. A landing zone.