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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Thursday, July 2, 1863, The Second Day, Chapter 5, Longstreet.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What memory suddenly strikes Longstreet?
(a) His first battle in Indian territory
(b) His wedding day
(c) The death of his children
(d) The death of his father

3. What rumor circulates among the men to help boost morale?
(a) Lee has been killed in battle.
(b) Extra troops are coming and will be relieving the Maine men in the morning.
(c) General McClellan has assumed command of the army.
(d) The Rebels have been routed from Gettysburg.

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

5. Which of these is NOT troubling Longstreet before this battle?
(a) He is concerned they will not get needed supplies from Virginia.
(b) He believes a defensive strategy is the best option.
(c) He breaks his vow to the U.S. military.
(d) He is fighting men he once commanded.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who has still not yet reported to Lee?

2. Why does Fremantle say the English have not entered the war?

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

4. Who has been given command of the Union Army?

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

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