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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One, Chapters 11-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Hancock wait so long to get orders from during his time in Los Angeles?
(a) From Washington.
(b) From the governor of California.
(c) From Texas.
(d) From Virginia.

2. What command does the governor of Virginia give Lee when they first meet?
(a) Command of Richmond's provisional army.
(b) He makes him his own personal assistant.
(c) Command of Virginia's provisional army.
(d) Command of Arlington's provisional army.

3. What is Hancock in charge of when he is first introduced in the novel?
(a) A supply post filled with weapons and supplies.
(b) Top-secret military plans.
(c) All of these answers are correct.
(d) Protecting government personnel.

4. What kind of teacher is Jackson portrayed as?
(a) An awkward one.
(b) One his students all admire.
(c) An amazing one.
(d) One who is very receptive to student feedback.

5. What animal is Chamberlain hunting when the novel opens?
(a) Moose.
(b) Deer.
(c) Fox.
(d) Rabbit.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Sam Houston?

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

3. Which side does Armistead decide to fight for?

4. Who arrives as back-up for Hancock as he is guarding his charge?

5. When does Virginia secede from the union?

(see the answer key)

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