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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 40 through 49.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 48, a new campaign got underway, with __________ in command.
(a) Jackson.
(b) Sheridan.
(c) Grant.
(d) Sherman.

2. In Chapter 28, Grant described the battle of _________. Grant said that he wasn't pleased with the results.
(a) Linville.
(b) Luka.
(c) Lexington.
(d) Linus.

3. On a Friday, Grant took a fall with his horse and was injured, though not as seriously as he might have been because of what?
(a) The way his horse fell.
(b) His skill as a rider.
(c) The softness of the rain-soaked ground.
(d) The medical care he received right after the accident.

4. Eventually, Grant was ordered to San Francisco. When Grant's uniform first arrived, he put it on and went out in public. Why?
(a) He was promoting attending West Point.
(b) He was hoping to encourage others to join the military.
(c) He had no other clothes to wear.
(d) He was apparently seeking acclaim for his military service.

5. In Chapter 27, Grant moved to _______________, where he set up headquarters.
(a) indianapolis.
(b) St. Louis.
(c) Knoxville.
(d) Memphis.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 19, Grant was named _________________ and said he was surprised by the promotion.

2. Grant received orders from General Halleck to change his position, but Grant did not. Why did he not obey?

3. Grant reported in September at the ________________ Barracks in St. Louis.

4. In Chapter 34, the Union troops captured Port ____________. Grant was accompanied by his thirteen-year-old son.

5. In Chapter 15, Grant arrived in San Francisco and said there were many there seeking what?

(see the answer key)

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