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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Skirmish at Sartoris: Chapters 1-3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Sartoris see himself as a victim to the Confederates?
(a) He doesn't have enough resources for his regiment.
(b) They set his slaves free.
(c) They take advantage of his family.
(d) He is betrayed by them.

2. Why didn't Sartoris let both McCaslin brothers enlist?
(a) They're not serious enough.
(b) They're too old.
(c) There are too many soldiers.
(d) They are loyal to the Union.

3. "Retreat" begins ______ after the conclusion of "Ambuscade."
(a) A week.
(b) One year.
(c) Two days.
(d) Six months.

4. What makes it clear that Granny doesn't trust Ab?
(a) She never talks to him.
(b) She hides her money.
(c) She shivers when he enters the room.
(d) She counts her money several times a day.

5. Why isn't Uncle Buck fighting in the army?
(a) He ran away.
(b) He lost a poker game.
(c) He broke his leg.
(d) He was found to be a traitor.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Buck decide which slaves he sets free?

2. How does Mrs. Compson know Louisa?

3. How does Granny respond to the soldier's accusations about her scheme?

4. While discussing Sartoris, Uncle Buck shouts loud ______.

5. What has Granny been doing with much of her earnings from their scheme?

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