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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. When does Hancock get promoted to command of a division?
2. How many troops does McClellan tell Hancock Lincoln has called for as the war begins?
3. What does Hancock expect to be ordered to do after he is promoted to command of a division?
4. What tragedy has just befallen Jackson when the novel opens?
5. When do Hancock and his men attack Richmond?
Short Essay Questions
1. What happens to Lee and Longstreet on their way to meet up with Jackson before the Second Battle of Bull Run?
2. What happens during the time when General Scott offers Lee the chance to be second in command of the union army and when Lee chooses to resign?
3. Why do Dr. Junkin and Jackson disagree about the forthcoming civil war?
4. What is tricky about Hancock's arrive in Yorktown before the first battle over Richmond?
5. How do the leaders of Bowdoin College respond to Chamberlain's speech to his students about joining the war?
6. What happens to Lee's belongings while he is in Texas after the election?
7. What dumb mistake does Chamberlain make that nearly gets him killed during his first battle?
8. What leads President Davis to relieve Johnston from his command?
9. How does Jackson respond to his students' questions during his lectures when he is first introduced in the novel?
10. What does Armistead tell Hancock at Mina's party?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Describe at least 3 negative aspects of having both the South and the North's viewpoint represented in "Gods and Generals" AND at least 3 positive aspects of having both the South and the North's viewpoint represented.
Essay Topic 2
Discuss how Shaara portrays authority figures in "Gods and Generals," making sure to use at least 3 specific examples from the text to support your thesis.
Essay Topic 3
Historical fiction, and "Gods and Generals" in particular, are an especially popular type of novel. Discuss at least 4 aspects of Shaara's writing style that resonates so strongly with such a large audience, citing specific examples from the text to support your thesis.
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