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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapters 45 - 53.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From whom is the letter addressed to John Adams that opens Chapter 33?
(a) Daniel Granger.
(b) Henry Knox.
(c) Abigail Adams.
(d) Henry Laurens.

2. What are Curzon and his companions force to eat in Chapter 16?
(a) Coffee grounds.
(b) Dry rice.
(c) Leather.
(d) Firecakes.

3. What is the name of Eben's aunt who says that people like Trumbull are trouble in Chapter 9?
(a) Aunt Edna.
(b) Aunt Sarah.
(c) Aunt Jenny.
(d) Aunt Patience.

4. What was Benny preparing to study in college before he joined the war efforts?
(a) Biology.
(b) History.
(c) Pre-med.
(d) Law.

5. What dates does Chapter 43 span?
(a) June 1, 1778 - June 12, 1778.
(b) February 7, 1778 - February 11, 1778.
(c) February 23, 1778 - March 17, 1778.
(d) February 1, 1778 - February 13, 1778.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many men is Baron von Steuben training to march in unison in Chapter 45?

2. What does Curzon say he tastes in the food that he eats at Moore Hall in Chapter 41?

3. The author opens Chapter 9 with an excerpt of a journal from a soldier who enlisted in the Continental Army at the age of 13. What was his name?

4. How many months have passed between the Prelude and Chapter 1?

5. What is the name of Curzon's brigade commander?

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