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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 28.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In late July during the barrage of artillery fire that Graves' company experienced, about how many of his men were killed instantly?
(a) Three fourths
(b) Two thirds
(c) One third
(d) One half

2. Where was the offensive that Graves was sent forward to help prepare for?
(a) England
(b) Somme
(c) Fricourt
(d) Stockingholm

3. Who refused to allow Graves to rejoin combat?
(a) Graves's mother
(b) Sassoon
(c) Regimental doctor
(d) Personal physician

4. How did Graves re-enter active duty after he recuperated?
(a) Recruiter
(b) Drill and musketry instructor
(c) Battle planner
(d) Foreign affairs consultant

5. How did Nancy Nicholson see all social problems?
(a) In terms of women's rights
(b) The fault of religion
(c) To be solved by men
(d) Caused by the war

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did the police change the rules about soldiers convalescing at their personal homes?

2. In August of 1915, where was a major offensive planned?

3. Where did Graves and some others go to rescue survivors after the battle of Loo?

4. How did Graves steady his nerves when he felt nervous during the Battle of Loo?

5. How did Graves feel about eighteenth century poetry?

(see the answer key)

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