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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Buford conclude when the Rebel troops pull back?
(a) They went to the wrong place by mistake.
(b) The battle will take place outside of town.
(c) Lee has turned -- it's the main body of the Rebel army.
(d) The Rebels are scared to face Union soldiers.

2. How does Lee handle Ewell's failure?
(a) He tells Ewell he won a victory, though it might have been a greater victory.
(b) He warns Ewell to be more decisive in the future or face court-martial.
(c) He tells Ewell he is very disappointed in him and relieves him of his command.
(d) He makes no mention of it.

3. What response do Ewell and Early have to Longstreet's idea of moving the troops in between Meade and Washington?
(a) They think it is the mark of Longstreet's cowardice.
(b) They think it bears consideration.
(c) They think it would hurt morale.
(d) They think it should be followed immediately.

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

5. According to Ames, what two things must an officer do to lead men?
(a) Speak softly and carry a big stick.
(b) Care for the men's welfare and show physical courage.
(c) Always be the first to attack and always be the last to retreat.
(d) Know the men personally and play upon their strengths.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Ewell appear to Lee?

2. What had Heth been distinguished for the in old army?

3. What has Heth done that he was not supposed to have done?

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

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

Short Essay Questions

1. In "Monday, June 29, 1863, Chapter 1, The Spy," what is the mood of the Confederate army? Of the Union army?

2. In "Wednesday, July 1, 1863, The First Day, Chapter 2, Buford," why does Buford go from grinning and a sense of confidence to concern and weariness?

3. What does the arrival of John Reynolds in "Wednesday, July 1, 1863, The First Day, Chapter 2, Buford" signify for Buford?

4. From what is the book's title derived?

5. How do Longstreet and Lee differ in their strategies?

6. In "Monday, June 29, 1863, Chapter 1, The Spy," why are Sorrel, Longstreet and Lee hesitant to believe the spy's information?

7. Do you think Reynolds is a good commander? Why or why not?

8. Why is Lee so concerned about Longstreet's well-being?

9. In "Wednesday, July 1, 1863, The First Day, Chapter 5, Longstreet," what does Fremantle say about Lee? How are Fremantle and Lee similar in their approach to warfare?

10. Based on his interaction with the mutineers, how would you characterize Chamberlain's leadership?

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