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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Two days later, Grant set up a military trap with several troops apparently exposed to attack, hoping what?
(a) The Confederates would use the apparent opportunity.
(b) The Confederates would see through his plan.
(c) The Confederates would run in the opposite direction.
(d) The Confederates would try a similar tactic.

2. Grant described the condition of Union troops as he arrived at Chattanooga. He said that they had little wood available to them and their clothing was insufficient for the coming winter, but that there was no way to get supplies in until when?
(a) Spring.
(b) The President arrived.
(c) The war ended.
(d) The reinforcements arrived.

3. Grant and other officers were within full view - and rifle range - of the Confederates one day. Did the enemy shoot at them?
(a) No, never.
(b) Yes, a couple of times.
(c) Yes, many times.
(d) Yes, one time.

4. Were the talks successful?
(a) Yes, but not immediately.
(b) Somewhat.
(c) Yes, immediately.
(d) No.

5. In Chapter 51, Grant looked back on the battle. He said the Union forces were commended for their ability to ___________________, then performing as a unit.
(a) Cross a stream in close proximity to the Confederate troops.
(b) Hide silently for many hours.
(c) Create a large trench.
(d) Come upon the Confederates quietly.

6. In Chapter 49, Sherman advanced into Georgia and the siege of ______________ was outlined.
(a) Lexington.
(b) Atlanta.
(c) Memphis.
(d) Chattanooga.

7. It took a couple of tries to gain control of the fort. What did Grant Grant placed part of the blame for the failed attack?
(a) Weak soldiers.
(b) Free talk.
(c) Poor planning.
(d) A lack of ammunitions.

8. On another occasion, Grant saw a man drawing water from a tree that had fallen in the river and questioned him before discovering what?
(a) He was actually a Confederate soldier.
(b) He was actually the Confederate President.
(c) He was actually a slave.
(d) He was deaf.

9. In the conclusion, Grant pointed out that __________ played a role in the Civil War and predicted that the issue might arise at some time in the future.
(a) Politics.
(b) Culture.
(c) Race.
(d) Economics.

10. Lee moved his center of operations leaving an entire Union regiment without what?
(a) Food.
(b) A plan of attack.
(c) Weapons.
(d) An enemy to face.

11. On December 15, Grant wrote Thomas again, this time congratulating him on his success and urging that he not do what?
(a) Continue fighting.
(b) Rest and recover.
(c) Give the Confederates time to rest and recover.
(d) Stay near the Confederates.

12. In Chapter 40, Grant arrived in __________ and was sent on to Louisville, where he met Secretary of War Stanton.
(a) Santa Fe.
(b) Beijing.
(c) London.
(d) Cairo.

13. Grant outlined a letter from ____________ who expressed gratitude for Grant having played an important role in the war situation at Chattanooga.
(a) Jefferson.
(b) Davis.
(c) Lincoln.
(d) Scott.

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

15. In Chapter 43, Sherman was ordered to prepare to attack _________________ and he successfully maneuvered into position.
(a) Knoxville.
(b) Cincinnati.
(c) Lexington.
(d) Chattanooga.

Short Answer Questions

1. The ladies had, until Grant received communiqués from his commanders and read them in front of the ladies, believed what?

2. The march was grueling and Grant said that everyone had been told to carry only what was necessary, but he saw various items discarded along the way. Why?

3. Grant wrote Sherman a letter on ______________ 3, 1864. He said that it appeared Sherman faced no real obstacles but Grant declined celebrating Sherman's victory, saying he didn't want to do so until "the victory is assured".

4. Grant said this proved effective at providing cover though in the case of the Battle of the Wilderness, what happened when the wood caught on fire?

5. In Chapter 55, the troops under Sheridan's command advanced on __________ Harbor but the Confederates, knowing that the position was one of tactical importance to the Union Army, were determined to hold it.

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