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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is Buford's observation point at the start of the battle?
(a) From horseback on top of Cemetery Hill
(b) From the cupola
(c) From the base of the white angel
(d) From a high tree

2. What disagreement does Buford encounter upon arriving at headquarters?
(a) Who is the better man, Lee or Meade.
(b) What should be done with captured deserters.
(c) Who is responsible for the day's success.
(d) Which general is in command, Howard or Hancock.

3. What had Sickles done that causes difficulty for the Union?
(a) Swings his men around the Confederate troops to the south.
(b) Engages in battle without permission.
(c) Moves his troops down off the hill.
(d) Removes his troops from battle.

4. What had been Chamberlain's job before joining the army?
(a) Shopkeeper
(b) Carpenter
(c) Professor
(d) Lawyer

5. What does Longstreet think could lose the war?
(a) Honor
(b) Cowardice
(c) Loyalty
(d) Dishonesty

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the battle go for the Confederates?

2. How do Lee and Longstreet differ on battle strategy?

3. Pickett concerned about ___________.

4. What strange action does Chamberlain take under gunfire?

5. What makes the Confederate troops turn back as they start to retreat?

(see the answer key)

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