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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Wednesday, July 1, 1863, The First Day, Chapter 3, Lee.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For what is Pickett notorious?
(a) Playing practical jokes on his fellow officers.
(b) Finishing last in his class at West Point.
(c) Getting in fights after drinking too much.
(d) Giving nicknames to the soldiers under his command.

2. How does the battle continue without Reynolds?
(a) The troops follow his orders, though he's not there to command.
(b) The Union soldiers quickly begin to fall apart.
(c) The Rebels start to gain control.
(d) The remaining commanders begin to argue about strategy.

3. What does Buford conclude when the Rebel troops pull back?
(a) The battle will take place outside of town.
(b) They went to the wrong place by mistake.
(c) The Rebels are scared to face Union soldiers.
(d) Lee has turned -- it's the main body of the Rebel army.

4. How does Chamberlain get the mutineers' attention?
(a) Speaking softly
(b) Waving a flag
(c) Firing a shot in the air
(d) Blowing a bugle

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

Short Answer Questions

1. To whom does Buford send a message regarding the Rebel troops?

2. What had been Chamberlain's job before joining the army?

3. What continues to frustrate Lee as the battle progresses?

4. Why is Kilrain only a private?

5. What message does Reynolds send to his commanders?

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