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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Friday, July 3, 1863, Chapter 1, Chamberlain.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Fremantle think the war is really about?
(a) Adaptation vs. rejection of European customs
(b) The superiority of those of English descent
(c) States' rights
(d) Slavery

2. Where is Chamberlain's regiment sent?
(a) Off the battlefield entirely, to rest
(b) To the right end of the line
(c) Back to the left, where they had been
(d) To the center of the line

3. Where does Tom get the coffee that he brings to Chamberlain?
(a) From captured Rebel soldiers
(b) From dead soldiers
(c) From Gen. Meade with his compliments
(d) From the regiment's rations

4. What does Tom say about the battle the day before?
(a) The bayonets are very effective -- he saw lots of men killed by them.
(b) Chamberlain should have given a different command.
(c) Many of the men cannot bring themselves to use the bayonets.
(d) He had no time to be afraid during the battle.

5. What does Chamberlain think about the ground they're holding?
(a) One side of it is very weak.
(b) It is a very good position and they can hold it for quite a while.
(c) They would be better off finding another site altogether.
(d) It is an OK position, but with a little power, the Rebels will overtake them.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is unusual about Buford's reaction to Reynolds' arrival?

2. What is Buford's main concern?

3. Which of these countries is NOT represented at breakfast?

4. What does Chamberlain hope to get for his men very soon?

5. What is the situation when Reynolds arrives?

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