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

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

3. What misconception, in Longstreet's opinion, does Fremantle have of Lee?
(a) He is a devious tactician.
(b) He is as good a leader as any Englishman.
(c) He moves too quickly.
(d) He is brilliant at getting men to follow him.

4. Why does Sykes want to see Chamberlain?
(a) To make sure he and his men had enough food.
(b) To inquire after his casualties.
(c) To promote him to a new command.
(d) To compliment him on his leadership the day before.

5. What song of Dan Butterfield's becomes well known?
(a) His lullaby now known as "Taps."
(b) His marching song now known as "Glory, Glory, Hallelujah."
(c) His love song now known as "My Darlin' Clementine."
(d) His patriotic song now known as "The Star-Spangled Banner."

Short Answer Questions

1. How does it seem to Lee that the battle is progressing, as first Rodes and then Early engage in battle?

2. Who is described, upon his arrival, as looking "like a French king, all curls and feathers?"

3. What disagreement does Buford encounter upon arriving at headquarters?

4. What is Stuart's initial response when Lee tells him there are officers who want Stuart court-martialed?

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

(see the answer key)

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