Lieutenant Lee's Leadership Challenges

Lieutenant Lee, a Chinese Marine officer, faces cultural challenges leading a machine gun platoon. Initially met with stereotypes, he focuses on earning respect through authority and competence. Despite initial shock from his troops, Lee's leadership and dedication earn him respect as a Marine officer, transcending cultural barriers.

What unique challenge did Lieutenant Lee face when taking charge of the platoon?

• Lack of military experience

• Language barrier with his troops

• Being one of the few Chinese Marines encountered by white soldiers

• Shortage of resources

What was the initial expectation of the troops regarding their new officer?

• They expected a Chinese officer

• They expected a young officer

• They expected a female officer

• They expected a Caucasian officer

How did some soldiers derogatorily refer to Lieutenant Lee?

• As their Chinese chef

• As their Chinese laundryman

• As their Chinese translator

• As their Chinese driver

What was Lieutenant Lee's approach to earning respect from his men?

• Ignoring derogatory remarks

• Offering gifts

• Establishing trust and confidence

• Being overly friendly

How did Lieutenant Lee prefer to be addressed by his troops?

• By his first name

• By a nickname

• By his rank or as Mr. Lee

• By his last name

What was the reaction of the troops when Lieutenant Lee insisted on being addressed by his rank?

• They were indifferent

• They were taken aback

• They were amused

• They were confused

What was the primary reason Lieutenant Lee's troops began to respect him?

• His ethnicity

• His leadership as a Marine officer

• His ability to speak multiple languages

• His physical strength

What symbol on Lieutenant Lee's uniform indicated his rank?

• A bronze medal

• A gold star

• A red stripe

• A silver bar

How did the narrator feel about having Lieutenant Lee as their officer?

• Grateful

• Indifferent

• Confused

• Disappointed

What was the ultimate factor that made the narrator appreciate Lieutenant Lee?

• His ability to cook

• His cultural background

• His sense of humor

• His leadership and effectiveness as a Marine officer