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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who loses the first big battle of the Civil War?
(a) The Union.
(b) Nobody- it is a draw.
(c) The Confederates.
(d) The civilians.

2. Which side does Tom favor?
(a) The North.
(b) The South.
(c) A little bit of both.
(d) Neither side.

3. What does Jenny give to Jethro as a special treat at the beginning of the book?
(a) The first greens from the garden.
(b) Strawberries.
(c) A new book.
(d) A cup of coffee.

4. Who is the most riled up about the beginning of the war?
(a) Ellen.
(b) Matt.
(c) Ellen's nephew.
(d) Shadrach.

5. What happens to Jethro at night when the war begins?
(a) He stays up reading.
(b) He fears his house will be attacked.
(c) He can't sleep.
(d) He has nightmares.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Jenny at the beginning of the book?

2. Where is Shadrach heading a week after reading Tom's letter?

3. Who is the president when this book takes place?

4. Which war begins during the second chapter of this book?

5. What is Ellen's nephew's name?

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