Book Quiz: Search And Destroy By Dean Hughes
This is a Book Quiz on Search and Destroy By Dean Hughes which tells the story of Rick who is on the journey to greatness and being the next Hemingway and Conrad when he goes to the jungles of Vietnam where life isn’t what he thought it would be. Take it up and get to see if the memory of the book is still fresh to you.
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What is the name of the Korean man that Kent and Rick befriend?
- A.
Juhee
- B.
Trang
- C.
Wang
- D.
Bill
Correct Answer
B. TrangExplanation
Trang is the correct answer because the question asks for the name of the Korean man that Kent and Rick befriend. Among the given options, Trang is the only name that is Korean. Juhee, Wang, and Bill are not Korean names. Therefore, Trang is the most suitable answer.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is the MAIN reason Rick goes off to war?
- A.
Because he loves America.
- B.
Because he is a writer and feels he needs more experiences to write about.
- C.
Because he just wants to get away from all of the people back home.
- D.
Because he was double-dog dared to.
Correct Answer
B. Because he is a writer and feels he needs more experiences to write about.Explanation
The main reason Rick goes off to war is because he is a writer and feels he needs more experiences to write about. This suggests that Rick sees war as an opportunity to gain new perspectives and stories that will enrich his writing. It implies that his motivation is rooted in his creative pursuits rather than personal or patriotic reasons.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What do all of the soldiers call the enemy soldiers?
- A.
Gooks
- B.
Geeks
- C.
Dweebs
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
A. GooksExplanation
The term "Gooks" is a derogatory slang used by soldiers to refer to enemy soldiers. It is important to note that this term is offensive and disrespectful. The other options, "Geeks" and "Dweebs," do not have any relevance to the question and are not commonly used terms in military contexts. Therefore, the correct answer is "Gooks."Rate this question:
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- 4.
What war is Rick fighting in?
- A.
World War l
- B.
World War ll
- C.
Iraq
- D.
Vietnam War
Correct Answer
D. Vietnam WarExplanation
Rick is fighting in the Vietnam War. This can be inferred from the options provided, where the other wars mentioned (World War l, World War ll, Iraq) are not relevant to Rick's situation.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What does Rick first think of Whiley?
- A.
That he is cool and very easy to talk too.
- B.
That he is very mean.
- C.
That something is going on in his life causing him to be depressed.
- D.
That he is a crazy, war-addicted freak.
Correct Answer
D. That he is a crazy, war-addicted freak. -
- 6.
Who was Rick's best friend throughout the war?
- A.
Sparks
- B.
Whiley
- C.
Kent
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
C. KentExplanation
Rick's best friend throughout the war was Kent.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What item would Whiley cut off an enemy soldier and have as a keepsake?
- A.
Their ear.
- B.
Their finger.
- C.
Their nose.
- D.
Their big toe.
Correct Answer
A. Their ear.Explanation
Whiley would cut off an enemy soldier's ear and keep it as a keepsake. This is a common practice in some cultures, where taking body parts as trophies symbolizes victory and dominance over the enemy. Cutting off an ear is particularly significant because it is easily detachable and can be preserved as a memento.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What does Rick accuse Judy of being?
- A.
A gothic.
- B.
A hippie.
- C.
A nerd.
- D.
A loser.
Correct Answer
B. A hippie.Explanation
Rick accuses Judy of being a hippie.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Whose life did Rick save out in the jungle?
- A.
Kent
- B.
Sparks
- C.
Whiley
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
C. WhileyExplanation
Rick saved Whiley's life out in the jungle.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Who was the first person Rick came to see when he came home from the war?
- A.
Mom
- B.
Dad
- C.
Kent
- D.
Judy
Correct Answer
D. JudyExplanation
Rick came home from the war and the first person he came to see was Judy.Rate this question:
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