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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1 through 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who was Nicholas P. Trist?
(a) A U.S. civilian who risked his life to get important information to Grant.
(b) A Christian missionary who translated during the peace treaty.
(c) A U.S. representative charged with negotiating a peace treaty.
(d) A U.S. soldier who was a POW in Mexico.

2. In Chapter 13, Grant attended ________________ and said he didn't understand why people enjoyed the sport.
(a) A dogfight.
(b) A bullfight.
(c) A cockfight.
(d) Boxing.

3. The military moved to Vera Cruz where the Americans beat at the city's walls until General ____________, the commander of the city, surrendered and General Scott's forces moved into the city.
(a) Gonzalez.
(b) Giunta.
(c) Suarez.
(d) Morales.

4. He described breaking ________ for working with the military.
(a) Mules.
(b) Horses.
(c) Cows.
(d) Donkeys.

5. 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 apparently seeking acclaim for his military service.
(b) He had no other clothes to wear.
(c) He was promoting attending West Point.
(d) He was hoping to encourage others to join the military.

Short Answer Questions

1. Grant contrasted General _______ with General Taylor.

2. Did Grant believe that he would be brave enough to fight a duel?

3. Mexico would gain Texas but give up all rights to what?

4. What does Grant say about a fight at Molino del Rey?

5. Where was Grant born?

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