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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 Chamberlain hope to get for his men very soon?
(a) Medals of Honor
(b) New horses
(c) New uniforms
(d) Food

2. What is Reynolds bringing with him?
(a) A division of infantry
(b) One brigade
(c) The First and Eleventh Corps
(d) No one. He could not spare the troops

3. Who is Buford initially facing?
(a) Longstreet
(b) Ewell
(c) Early
(d) Heth

4. What is unusual about Buford's reaction to Reynolds' arrival?
(a) Buford is disappointed that Reynolds is taking command.
(b) It is the first time Buford is happy to see the appearance of higher command.
(c) Buford is angry that it has taken Reynolds so long to respond.
(d) Buford is more frightened of Reynolds than of Heth.

5. Which of these is NOT something Chamberlain thinks about his men?
(a) They would be better off under the command of someone else.
(b) Another battle like the one the day before, and the regiment will be gone.
(c) Those who remain are the best of the best.
(d) They deserve recognition for what they accomplished the day before.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Buford's observation point at the start of the battle?

2. What does Tom say about the battle the day before?

3. What does Chamberlain think about the ground they're holding?

4. Where is Chamberlain's regiment sent?

5. Which of these is NOT a reason Longstreet gives for why Meade will not attack?

(see the answer key)

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