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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Wednesday, July 1, 1863, The First Day, Chapter 4, Chamberlain.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What catches Buford's eye in the cemetery?
(a) A gate that is hanging off its hinges.
(b) A white stone angel with arms outstretched.
(c) A gravestone with his family name on it.
(d) A tree full of crows.

2. What compliment does Reynolds pay Buford?
(a) He's the best calvary leader in the army.
(b) He is not a great horseman, but he knows how to choose ground.
(c) If he survives, he might make a soldier one day.
(d) He's the best-dressed soldier in the Union army.

3. To whom does Buford send a message regarding the Rebel troops?
(a) John Reynolds
(b) James Longstreet
(c) Gen. Meade
(d) Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain

4. What has happened to Heth?
(a) He has been wounded in the head.
(b) He has been captured by the enemy.
(c) He has been killed.
(d) His troops have been captured.

5. What is causing Lee frustration at the start of the battle?
(a) He has still heard nothing from Stuart.
(b) His officers are not following his orders.
(c) His health is preventing him from getting close to the action.
(d) He has more troops, yet the Union seems to be winning already.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whose troops wear black hats and are known as the Iron Brigade?

2. What had been Chamberlain's job before joining the army?

3. What is the difficulty Lee's army has with being in Pennsylvania?

4. What had Heth been distinguished for the in old army?

5. Who is Buford initially facing?

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