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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 4, Chamberlain.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who has still not yet reported to Lee?
(a) Longstreet
(b) Kemper
(c) Pickett
(d) Stuart

2. Why does Buford wave to the Rebel officer?
(a) To find out what rank the officer is.
(b) To get his attention to discuss a surrender.
(c) You never know who on the enemy side might be an old friend.
(d) To signal the start of the battle.

3. What shadow hangs over Dick Garnett?
(a) His brother is on the side of the enemy.
(b) Stonewall Jackson accuses him of cowardice.
(c) Captured once, he gave away important information to the enemy.
(d) His father loses the family fortune through drink and gambling.

4. What does Lee want Longstreet to do in battle?
(a) Be at the front of the charge.
(b) Stay out of harm's way.
(c) Be responsible for keeping Lee updated on the battle's progression.
(d) Lead his men from the cupola.

5. Which of these is the prevailing opinion held by others about General Meade?
(a) He will not be any help.
(b) He is the best general either side had ever seen.
(c) He knows a great deal about the tactics of Robert E. Lee.
(d) He is the only hope for the Union army.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Lee hear as he and Longstreet begin to ride?

2. According to Ames, what two things must an officer do to lead men?

3. What is the situation when Reynolds arrives?

4. What does Lee tell Taylor to do with the blind horse?

5. What does Longstreet want Lee to do when Stuart finally returns?

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