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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What scent directs Buford to headquarters?
(a) Burning wood
(b) Cigar smoke
(c) Cooking meat
(d) Fresh-dug earth

2. Why does Buford wave to the Rebel officer?
(a) To signal the start of the battle.
(b) To find out what rank the officer is.
(c) To get his attention to discuss a surrender.
(d) You never know who on the enemy side might be an old friend.

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

4. What does Chamberlain think about the ground they're holding?
(a) It is a very good position and they can hold it for quite a while.
(b) One side of it is very weak.
(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.

5. What prediction does Hancock make about the Rebels?
(a) They will attack the right flank again.
(b) They will retreat before noon.
(c) They will strike again, this time in the middle.
(d) They will concentrate on the left.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the battle continue without Reynolds?

2. What memory suddenly strikes Longstreet?

3. What does Kilrain say Chamberlain should tell the mutineers?

4. For what is Pickett notorious?

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

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