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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. Whose presence does Lee feel during his meeting with Ewell, Early and Rodes?
(a) His son, Rooney's
(b) John Reynolds'
(c) The first man he killed in combat
(d) Stonewall Jackson's

2. Who do Hood's officers blame for their loss?
(a) Lee
(b) Pickett
(c) Hood
(d) Longstreet

3. Of what had Lee been trying to warn Longstreet?
(a) His habit of speaking his mind will be his political downfall.
(b) He has no cause and he cannot just fight for the soldiers.
(c) He will be demoted if he does not show Lee proper support.
(d) His men will not follow him if he shows a shred of doubt.

4. Now that nearly half of his regiment is gone, what does Rice tell Chamberlain to do?
(a) Join his men to Sickles' regiment.
(b) Occupy the big, wooded hill.
(c) Take care of the wounded.
(d) Move his remaining men out of harm's way for the time being.

5. What is Longstreet struggling with throughout the chapter?
(a) The loss of Stonewall Jackson.
(b) His disagreement with Lee and whether or not to just follow orders.
(c) Fighting a war that is about slavery.
(d) Losing faith in the abilities of his men.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Fremantle think of democracy?

2. Which of these is NOT troubling Longstreet before this battle?

3. How long does Buford hope to hold the Rebel soldiers at bay?

4. Which of these is NOT a reason Longstreet gives for advising against a frontal assault?

5. What does Tom say about the battle the day before?

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