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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the Union noise that Johnston hears in Chapter 1 signify?
(a) That the Union is aware of the presence of the Confederates.
(b) That it is time to about-face.
(c) That the enemy has beens spoted and to prepare for immediate battle.
(d) That it is time to stop for the day and set up camp.

2. How long has Walter been gone from home?
(a) 16 days.
(b) 6 days.
(c) 6 months.
(d) 6 weeks.

3. What is the name of Walter's wife?
(a) Mary.
(b) Martha.
(c) Mary Ellen.
(d) Magdeline.

4. Who writes a letter for Confederate commanders to read to their troops as they march toward battle in Chapter 1?
(a) Grant.
(b) Johnston.
(c) Palmer.
(d) Sherman.

5. In Chapter 1, who is in favor of canceling the Confederate attack?
(a) Forrest.
(b) Grant.
(c) Johnston.
(d) Palmer.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many Confederate commanders think the battle in Chapter 1 should be called off?

2. What finally cheers the Confederate soldiers on their march in the beginning of the novel?

3. To which regiment does Walter Fountain belong?

4. What makes the Confederate soldiers in Chapter 1 begin to question whether their guns work?

5. What practical item do many of the Confederate soldiers join the army without?

(see the answer key)

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