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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 2, Buford.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Reynolds no longer in command?
(a) Gen. Meade has arrived and removed him from command.
(b) His horse gets startled by the cannonfire and runs off with him.
(c) He has been severely injured and is taken to the hospital tent.
(d) He has been killed.

2. What shadow hangs over Dick Garnett?
(a) Stonewall Jackson accuses him of cowardice.
(b) His father loses the family fortune through drink and gambling.
(c) His brother is on the side of the enemy.
(d) Captured once, he gave away important information to the enemy.

3. Why does Buford make his headquarters at the Seminary?
(a) The thick walls will protect him from the gunfire.
(b) His orders arre to use a brick building as his headquarters.
(c) He will have a good view from the cupola.
(d) He could quickly get extra ammunition to the troops from there.

4. What does Lee want Longstreet to do in battle?
(a) Be responsible for keeping Lee updated on the battle's progression.
(b) Stay out of harm's way.
(c) Lead his men from the cupola.
(d) Be at the front of the charge.

5. How long does Buford hope to hold the Rebel soldiers at bay?
(a) All day.
(b) More than six hours.
(c) Long enough for the infantry to arrive to support his cavalry.
(d) Long enough for Lee to arrive in town.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did the mutineers mutiny?

2. What does Joseph Bucklin bring to Chamberlain?

3. What decision does Longstreet make after hearing the spy's information?

4. What is unusual about Buford's reaction to Reynolds' arrival?

5. What is Chamberlain told to do to the mutineers if they will not fight?

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