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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In Chapter 1, who says that the only possibility of success the Confederates have is a surprise attack?
(a) Palmer.
(b) Sherman.
(c) Johnston.
(d) Grant.

3. According to the letter read to Confederate troops in Chapter 1, who is depending on the soldiers?
(a) The slaves.
(b) The Confederate government.
(c) The children.
(d) The women of the South.

4. Who killed the animal that the Confederate soldiers in Chapter 1 see and shoot at during their march?
(a) Johnston.
(b) Palmer.
(c) No one.
(d) Sherman.

5. 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 the enemy has beens spoted and to prepare for immediate battle.
(c) That it is time to about-face.
(d) That it is time to stop for the day and set up camp.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is Walter Fountain's military rank?

3. What provokes Walter's commander to send him with a message to the general that an attack is imminent?

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

5. Which general is Palmer's boss?

(see the answer key)

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