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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Lee (October-December 1863): Chapters 5-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Chamberlain almost faint in Fannie's arms?
(a) He is so drunk.
(b) He has malaria.
(c) He is so happy.
(d) He is so sleepy.

2. What were defensive maneuvers employed when Meade had pressed on his army at Mine Run?
(a) Digging trenches.
(b) Opening caves.
(c) Lowering battelions.
(d) Burning houses.

3. Where is Lee astride his horse overlooking the Potomac River?
(a) The President's mansion.
(b) A Federal stronghold.
(c) A high bluff.
(d) A Confederate stronghold.

4. Who is the first military commander for the Federal forces?
(a) Grant.
(b) Lincoln.
(c) Chamberlain.
(d) Davis.

5. Who attempts to resign leadership but is denied after Gettysburg?
(a) Lee.
(b) Grant.
(c) Longfellow.
(d) Stuart.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Chamberlain talk to in Northern Virginia about his new assignment as commander?

2. What troops hide behind a railroad cut near the Bristol Station?

3. What does Lee accept as divine judgment at Gettysburg?

4. What did Stonewall Jackson eventually die of?

5. Who meets Chamberlain at the train station?

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