War Heroes: Voices From Iraq

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War Heroes: Voices From Iraq - Quiz
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War Heroes: Voices from Iraq is a collection of ten true stories of real-life war heroes from Iraq, written by renowned American non-fiction writer Allan Zullo and published in 2009. What can you tell us about the book?

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  • 2. 

    After September 11, how did Montoya respond to his choice to go back to war?

    • He didn't want to go because of his family.

    • He refused to go.

    • He did not hesitate. He went.

    • He told his captain he'd rather serve in America.

    • He laughed.

    Correct Answer
    A. He did not hesitate. He went.
    Explanation
    Montoya's response to his choice to go back to war after September 11 was that he did not hesitate and went. This suggests that despite any fears or concerns he may have had, he made a quick and decisive decision to return to the war. It shows his dedication and commitment to his duty, possibly driven by a sense of duty or patriotism.

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  • 3. 

    How did Mike treat the enemy insurgents when they were wounded?

    • Kicked them around

    • Shot them until dead

    • Laughed at them

    • Tortured them

    • Helped them

    Correct Answer
    A. Helped them
    Explanation
    Mike treated the enemy insurgents when they were wounded by helping them.

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  • 4. 

    What happened to Parello right after Rubio told him to get away from the wall?

    • He was shot and died immediately.

    • The wall blew up, sending them flying.

    • The entire area was bombed, trapping both of them.

    • He ran out of ammunition.

    • He had a heart attack but lived.

    Correct Answer
    A. The wall blew up, sending them flying.
    Explanation
    After Rubio told Parello to get away from the wall, it exploded, causing both of them to be thrown into the air.

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  • 5. 

    What is a "leatherneck"?

    • An Iraqi

    • A soldier

    • A type of gun

    • A type of explosive

    • An army dog

    Correct Answer
    A. A soldier
    Explanation
    A "leatherneck" is a term used to refer to a soldier. It is derived from the leather collar that was part of the uniform worn by United States Marines during the 19th century. The collar was designed to protect the neck from sword slashes, and it became a distinctive feature of the Marine Corps uniform. Over time, "leatherneck" became a nickname for Marines and is still used today to refer to soldiers in general.

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  • 6. 

    What did Hill do when taking fire while in the helicopter?

    • Stayed as long as she could then ejected.

    • Moved closer and fired back.

    • Jumped out

    • Dropped bombs on the enemy

    • Flew back to base and radioed for help

    Correct Answer
    A. Moved closer and fired back.
    Explanation
    When Hill was taking fire while in the helicopter, she decided to move closer to the enemy and fired back at them. This action demonstrates her bravery and determination to engage in combat and defend herself and her team. By moving closer and returning fire, Hill showed her willingness to confront the enemy and actively participate in the battle rather than simply retreating or seeking help from others.

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  • 7. 

    If Martinez hadn't used the enemy RPG to blow up the guesthouse, who might have died?

    • Jaramillo

    • Himself

    • Gardner

    • Garcia

    • Tardif

    Correct Answer
    A. Gardner
    Explanation
    If Martinez hadn't used the enemy RPG to blow up the guesthouse, Gardner might have died.

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    Which is not a reason the Kiowa Warrior helicopter isn't respected by many army pilots?

    • Its weapons don't swivel

    • It's ugly

    • Its low-powered

    • Its the same model a TV station uses

    • It's small

    Correct Answer
    A. It's ugly
    Explanation
    The given answer suggests that the reason the Kiowa Warrior helicopter isn't respected by many army pilots is because it is considered ugly. This implies that the appearance of the helicopter is not appealing or visually pleasing to the pilots, which may result in a lack of respect or admiration for the aircraft.

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  • 9. 

    What did Camp have to go through to help Dixon?

    • Enemy fire

    • A mine field

    • Fire

    • A series of unfortunate events

    • A river filled with alligators

    Correct Answer
    A. Fire
    Explanation
    Camp had to go through fire in order to help Dixon. This implies that Camp encountered a situation involving flames or a burning environment while trying to assist Dixon. It could be inferred that Camp faced danger and risked personal safety to provide aid in the midst of a fire-related incident.

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  • 10. 

    Which of the heroes in the book know how to box?

    • Montoya

    • Workman

    • Hill

    • Camp

    • Malmberg

    Correct Answer
    A. Malmberg

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