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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Three, Chapters 34-38.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much time passes between when Hancock's men advance and when the Twentieth Main's men advance over the same land at Fredericksburg?
(a) One week.
(b) Just seconds; they have joined units.
(c) Two days.
(d) A few hours.

2. Who commands the division that goes in front of Hancock's at Fredericksburg?
(a) General English.
(b) General French.
(c) General Espana.
(d) General Deustch.

3. After the first attack on Richmond, what do Lee and Davis do to see what is going on with the troops?
(a) Order field reports.
(b) Go undercover.
(c) Head to the front lines.
(d) Send out spies.

4. What does the governor give Chamberlain after he comes to visit?
(a) A nice bottle of brandy.
(b) A stern warning about visiting unannounced.
(c) The second in command job of a new regiment.
(d) A medal of honor.

5. Who does General Johnston resign to fight for?
(a) The Union.
(b) Whoever offers him a bigger promotion.
(c) The Confederacy.
(d) No one; he doesn't want any part of the war.

Short Answer Questions

1. What command does the governor of Virginia give Lee when they first meet?

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

3. What position does Davis first promote Lee to?

4. Which side does Hancock decide to fight for?

5. Who does not respond well to the news that Chamberlain has joined a regiment?

(see the answer key)

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