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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the president when this book takes place?
(a) Washington.
(b) Lincoln.
(c) Jefferson.
(d) Adams.

2. What is Tom's first battle?
(a) Fort Donelson.
(b) Fort Donler.
(c) Fort Dumbleton.
(d) Fort Dunley.

3. What does Shadrach do for Jethro when he reads Tom's letter?
(a) Prays with him.
(b) Draws a map.
(c) Tells him that Tom will be fine.
(d) Promises to find Tom and bring him home.

4. How do most people hear updates about the war?
(a) Radio broadcasts.
(b) Newpapers.
(c) Word of mouth.
(d) Letters from soldiers.

5. What is Shadrach's profession?
(a) Teacher.
(b) Carpenter.
(c) Farmer.
(d) Soldier.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Tom do after the first big battle of the Civil War?

2. How old is Ellen's nephew?

3. What word does Bill use to describe war when talking to Jethro?

4. Who brings the family news of the beginning of the war?

5. What is the first big battle of the Civil War?

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