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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 6, Lee.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of these is NOT a description of Stonewall Jackson as given by Longstreet to Fremantle?
(a) He was compassionate toward his enemies.
(b) He loved to chew lemons.
(c) He did not eat pepper.
(d) He went around with his finger in the air.

2. How does Lee calm his worries?
(a) He takes a drink of whisky.
(b) He confers with Longstreet.
(c) He prays quickly.
(d) He breathes deeply.

3. What does Lee tell Taylor to do with the blind horse?
(a) Return it to its rightful owner.
(b) Release it.
(c) Add it to the cavalry's horses.
(d) Shoot it.

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) Be at the front of the charge.
(d) Lead his men from the cupola.

5. Who has been given command of the Union Army?
(a) Meade
(b) Grant
(c) Reynolds
(d) Hooker

Short Answer Questions

1. What catches Buford's eye in the cemetery?

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

3. What does Lee hear as he and Longstreet begin to ride?

4. How does Ewell appear to Lee?

5. What happens just before dawn when the battle is about to begin?

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