Matterhorn - Mellas' Conflicts Quiz

How does Mellas view war by the end of Matterhorn?

Question Answer Choices He is neither strongly pro-war nor anti-war, but supports the Marines and the relationships he's cultivated. He becomes strongly pro-war, believing in the glory of battle. He becomes strongly anti-war and refuses to continue fighting. He decides to leave the Marines and pursue a civilian career.

What career goals does Mellas hope his time in Vietnam might lead to in Matterhorn?

Question Answer Choices A position as a college professor. A successful political career. A career in journalism. A job in international business.

What does Mellas try to hide beneath his outward serenity in Matterhorn?

Question Answer Choices His doubts about his own abilities. His true feelings of anger towards his superiors. His longing to return home. His fear of the enemy soldiers.

What does Mellas realize about the nature of war after his own injury?

Question Answer Choices He realizes the depths of loss that war creates. He realizes the financial benefits of being a soldier. He realizes the glory and honor that come with war. He realizes the simplicity and ease of wartime decisions.

How does Mellas feel about Lieutenant Colonel Simpson's decisions?

Question Answer Choices He is indifferent to Simpson's decisions and focuses on his own goals. He struggles with Simpson's decisions, finding them often incomprehensible and risky. He believes Simpson's decisions are always well-reasoned and safe. He fully supports Simpson's decisions and finds them inspiring.

What realization does Mellas come to about the purpose of the battles he fights in?

Question Answer Choices He realizes the battles are crucial for the success of his law career. He realizes the battles are necessary to protect American soil. He realizes there often seems to be no real purpose other than increasing the body count of dead Vietnamese soldiers. He realizes the battles are important for gaining international recognition.

Why does Mellas find it difficult to continue fighting at times?

Question Answer Choices He is emotionally depleted by the loss that surrounds him. He is physically weak and unable to keep up with the demands of battle. He is afraid of the enemy and wants to avoid confrontation. He is more interested in pursuing a civilian career than fighting.

What is one way Second Lieutenant Waino Mellas tries to connect with the enlisted men under his command in Matterhorn?

Question Answer Choices He gives them extra rations and supplies. He shares personal stories from his own life. He engages with them in conversations about their lives. He organizes recreational activities for them.

What background does Second Lieutenant Waino Mellas come from in Matterhorn?

Question Answer Choices A working-class family with no college education. A Black Harvard graduate from a middle-class background. A white Princeton graduate from a privileged background. A military family with a long history of service.

How does Mellas initially try to earn the respect of his superior officers in Matterhorn?

Question Answer Choices By completing dangerous missions alone. By challenging their decisions and showing his intelligence. By getting along with them and following their orders. By bribing them with gifts and favors.