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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What surprises Henry about his head wound?
(a) It doesn't hurt as much as he thought it would.
(b) It has blurred his vision.
(c) It is bleeding profusely.
(d) It feels like he is going to die.

2. What question is Henry's first rationalization for his having run away?
(a) Wasn't saving himself the same as saving a piece of the army?
(b) Didn't he stay close enough that no one would notice him?
(c) Hadn't the lieutenant ordered him to drop back?
(d) Weren't there a lot of others who had run before he did?

3. Describe the man who helps Henry locate his regiment?
(a) He is a cheery and kind old man.
(b) He is young and idealistic.
(c) He is gruff and uncompromising.
(d) He is stern and judgmental.

4. What are the men doing in the forest as Henry nears his regiment?
(a) walking in circles
(b) digging holes in the ground
(c) getting ready to sleep
(d) looking for something to eat

5. How does Henry first feel when he realizes that the Union has won the second battle?
(a) elated
(b) afraid of what will happen to him now
(c) confused and disbelieving
(d) betrayed in a way

Short Answer Questions

1. Who do Henry and his friend tell what they have overheard?

2. How does most of the regiment react to the news of their charge against the enemy?

3. What does a Major volunteer Henry's regiment to do?

4. What happens when Henry asks one of the soldiers what is happening?

5. How does Henry know that the Union forces had won this second battle?

(see the answer key)

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