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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Thursday, July 2, 1863, The Second Day, Chapter 2, Chamberlain.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Gibbon not want Buford to go into headquarters?
(a) There is a private discussion going on.
(b) It's too crowded already.
(c) There is a fist fight underway inside.
(d) Howard has a complaint against him.

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

3. What does the Baptist minister say to Chamberlain about slavery?
(a) Chamberlain cannot understand it because he has never lived with the black man.
(b) It is the mark of a doomed society.
(c) It is wrong according to the Bible and every man should fight it.
(d) There is nothing wrong with it provided the master treats the slave well.

4. What rumor circulates among the men to help boost morale?
(a) General McClellan has assumed command of the army.
(b) Lee has been killed in battle.
(c) The Rebels have been routed from Gettysburg.
(d) Extra troops are coming and will be relieving the Maine men in the morning.

5. What does Kilrain think is important in fighting this war?
(a) Unity
(b) Justice
(c) Race
(d) Equality

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Ames, what two things must an officer do to lead men?

2. Why is the slave shot?

3. To whom does Buford once more send a message?

4. Which of these is the prevailing opinion held by others about General Meade?

5. What memory does Chamberlain have of his brother, Tom, in childhood?

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