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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One, Chapters 6-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Jackson teach when he is first introduced in "Gods and Generals"?
(a) The Virginia Military Academy.
(b) The U.S. Naval Academy.
(c) Virginia Tech.
(d) Harvard.

2. Contrary to media reports, how many men does John Brown have with him during his "uprising"?
(a) Hundreds.
(b) Thousands.
(c) Just one (his brother).
(d) Only a few dozen.

3. What does Jackson do with his wife before he rides off to war with the Corps of Cadets?
(a) Go on a quick vacation.
(b) Eat a nice dinner out.
(c) Flee.
(d) Pray.

4. What rank does Lee hold when he is first introduced in "Gods and Generals"?
(a) Sargeant.
(b) General.
(c) Colonel.
(d) Captain.

5. What is Hancock told will happen if Lincoln wins the election?
(a) That civil war will be avoided.
(b) That Hancock will be promoted.
(c) That he will be assassinated.
(d) That civil war will break out.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Hancock posted when he is first introduced in the novel?

2. What has left Lee's wife crippled?

3. What kind of teacher is Jackson portrayed as?

4. How is John Brown executed?

5. Who is General Twiggs?

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