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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Friday, July 3, 1863, Chapter 2, Longstreet.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Tom get the coffee that he brings to Chamberlain?
(a) From dead soldiers
(b) From Gen. Meade with his compliments
(c) From the regiment's rations
(d) From captured Rebel soldiers

2. What is the internal conflict with which Lee struggles?
(a) He is attacking land he had once sworn to defend.
(b) He is certain that battle will mean death for many of his soldiers.
(c) He needs food for his men, but does not like to take it from civilians.
(d) He does not believe he is the right man to lead this army.

3. What is the topic of the passionate discussion between Kemper, Fremantle and the others?
(a) America's inferiority to Britain.
(b) The cause of the war.
(c) The rights of blacks.
(d) The duty of the British government.

4. What had Heth been distinguished for the in old army?
(a) He was the leading expert on hand-to-hand combat.
(b) He had never lost his cool in battle.
(c) He had written a manual on the rifle.
(d) He had developed a new type of warfare.

5. What news about Gen. Ewell does Venable bring to Lee?
(a) Ewell is not in command but is deferring to Early.
(b) Ewell has regained control and is gathering his men together.
(c) Ewell and Early have had a disagreement and there is talk of a duel.
(d) Ewell has been taken sick and can no longer serve.

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Pettigrew of the Confederates like Chamberlain of the Union?

2. Which of these does Lee think will NOT be an issue with Meade?

3. What has happened to Heth?

4. What is the situation when Reynolds arrives?

5. According to Ames, what two things must an officer do to lead men?

(see the answer key)

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