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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Three, Chapters 27-33.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Chamberlain's first battle, when does Lee's army withdraw?
(a) At night.
(b) At the sound of cannons.
(c) When Chamberlain starts leading his men down a hill in a loud charge.
(d) Just as the fighting gets rough.

2. What does Major Armistead ask in a message to Hancock after Hancock meets with Hamilton?
(a) That he be sent reinforcements right away.
(b) That he never be contacted again.
(c) That he be allowed to marry Hancock's daughter.
(d) That he be invited to dinner.

3. Who writes the letter to Lee informing him that his wife has had a baby girl?
(a) A nurse.
(b) A doctor.
(c) His wife.
(d) His mother.

4. What does Hancock tell his men to do when they (appear to) retreat from their attack on Richmond?
(a) Walk, not run.
(b) Walk backwards so no one shoots them in the back.
(c) Look as panicked as they can.
(d) Play their drums extra loud.

5. How are Jackson's soldiers described during the Battle of Bull Run?
(a) Fleeing like "the true cowards that they are."
(b) Running into battle "like moths toward a flame."
(c) Standing like a "stone wall."
(d) Standing "strong" but falling "like God's children."

Short Answer Questions

1. On what date does the presidential election take place?

2. When does Hancock finally arrive in Washington to begin serving in the war?

3. Who is Mira?

4. Who visits McClellan has he and his troops stay put after Lee retreats?

5. What does Houston tell Lee when they first meet?

(see the answer key)

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