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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Wednesday, July 1, 1863, The First Day, Chapter 3, Lee.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the situation when Reynolds arrives?
(a) Buford's troops are soundly beating the Rebels.
(b) Buford's troops are holding, but barely.
(c) Buford has given up command to a junior officer.
(d) The Rebels have taken over Buford's headquarters.

2. Where is Buford's observation point at the start of the battle?
(a) From horseback on top of Cemetery Hill
(b) From a high tree
(c) From the cupola
(d) From the base of the white angel

3. How does it seem to Lee that the battle is progressing, as first Rodes and then Early engage in battle?
(a) It is well-organized, and victory is certain.
(b) It is just as he planned.
(c) It is haphazard, doomed to failure.
(d) It is happening beyond his control.

4. What does Joseph Bucklin bring to Chamberlain?
(a) Orders from Gen. Meade.
(b) A letter from his wife.
(c) The mutineers' grievances.
(d) More ammunition.

5. Why did the mutineers mutiny?
(a) They are forced to fight in intense heat, and many die of sunstroke.
(b) They are no longer permitted alcohol.
(c) The believe their service time is up, yet they are not allowed to return home.
(d) They believe the war is wrong.

Short Answer Questions

1. What catches Buford's eye in the cemetery?

2. For what is Pickett notorious?

3. To whom does Buford send a message regarding the Rebel troops?

4. Who is Buford initially facing?

5. What is the first question Chamberlain has for the mutineers?

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