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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two, Chapters 23-26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is Chamberlain's regiment sent after Washington?
(a) Virginia.
(b) Back to Massachusetts.
(c) Maryland.
(d) Texas.

2. What does Hancock expect to be ordered to do after he is promoted to command of a division?
(a) Resign.
(b) Move to Washington, DC.
(c) Retreat.
(d) Attack.

3. During what war does "Gods and Generals" take place?
(a) The Revolutionary War.
(b) The Mexican Civil War.
(c) The American Civil War.
(d) World War I.

4. What command does the governor of Virginia give Lee when they first meet?
(a) Command of Richmond's provisional army.
(b) He makes him his own personal assistant.
(c) Command of Arlington's provisional army.
(d) Command of Virginia's provisional army.

5. How are Jackson's soldiers described during the Battle of Bull Run?
(a) Fleeing like "the true cowards that they are."
(b) Standing like a "stone wall."
(c) Running into battle "like moths toward a flame."
(d) Standing "strong" but falling "like God's children."

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Chamberlain and his men's assignment during their first battle?

2. How does Chamberlain feel about Bowdoin's students volunteering to fight in the war?

3. Where are Jackson and his men posted when Richmond comes under attack in the early part of the war?

4. What happens that allows for Hancock to be promoted to command of a division?

5. What does Jackson do with his wife before he rides off to war with the Corps of Cadets?

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