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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is constantly alerting higher commanders that there are enemy forces in the area?
(a) Johnston.
(b) Palmer.
(c) Forrest.
(d) Appler.

2. According to Walter, how do the Union soldiers spend their days?
(a) Drilling.
(b) Sleeping.
(c) Writing.
(d) Eating.

3. How does Palmer learn so much about Johnston?
(a) From his father.
(b) He is Palmer's uncle.
(c) From a book.
(d) He was Palmer's teacher.

4. How do the infantry soldiers refer to the cannon detail, according to Otto?
(a) Tough as nails guys.
(b) Men of iron.
(c) Tough boys.
(d) Easy living boys.

5. What is the unnerving sound that Otto describes?
(a) The war drum.
(b) The dog barking.
(c) The Rebel yell.
(d) The cannon exploding.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which regiment does Luther belong to?

2. What two words does Luther use to describe the war?

3. Toward what location is the Confederate Army marching at the beginning of the novel?

4. What is Walter Fountain's title in the military?

5. What makes it impossible for Luther's troop to stay in formation?

(see the answer key)

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