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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Four, Chapter 44-47.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does Hancock finally arrive in Washington to begin serving in the war?
(a) Right as President Lincoln is assassinated.
(b) A few weeks after the Battle of Bull Run.
(c) Right as the Battle of Bull Run is taking place.
(d) A few weeks before the Battle of Bull Run.

2. Who wins the Second Battle of Bull Run?
(a) The Union.
(b) The Confederacy.
(c) No one; it is a draw.
(d) This is a trick question; there is no Second Battle of Bull Run.

3. How long does it take Lee and his army to defeat the army that threatened Richmond from the east?
(a) Seven months.
(b) Seven days.
(c) Six months.
(d) One day.

4. On what date does the presidential election take place?
(a) November 6, 1845.
(b) November 6, 1886.
(c) November 6, 1860.
(d) November 6, 1900.

5. What is Chamberlain and his men's assignment during their first battle?
(a) To pose as spies.
(b) To stay in reserve.
(c) To be on the front line.
(d) To scout out the other side's locations.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which side does Hancock decide to fight for?

2. What position does Davis first promote Lee to?

3. What happens to the war in VIrginia after the battle at Fredericksburg?

4. What do the Union men initially think they will encounter around Chancellorsville?

5. When does Jackson think Burnside will start the attack across the Rappahannock River?

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