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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who describes the condition of the Confederate soldiers as they march in the beginning of the novel?
(a) Jefferson.
(b) Johnston.
(c) Sherman.
(d) Palmer.

2. Where was Palmer when the Confederacy seceded from the Union?
(a) At Mardi Gras in New Orleans.
(b) Sitting in a doctor's office.
(c) At the Louisiana State Military Academy.
(d) Making a bank deposit.

3. According to the letter read to Confederate troops in Chapter 1, who is depending on the soldiers?
(a) The Confederate government.
(b) The women of the South.
(c) The slaves.
(d) The children.

4. What animal do some of the Confederate soldiers in Chapter 1 see and shoot at during their march?
(a) A deer.
(b) A raccoon.
(c) A dog.
(d) A bear.

5. Who writes a letter for Confederate commanders to read to their troops as they march toward battle in Chapter 1?
(a) Sherman.
(b) Grant.
(c) Palmer.
(d) Johnston.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Union noise that Johnston hears in Chapter 1 signify?

2. How does Palmer learn so much about Johnston?

3. In Johnston's opinion in Chapter 1, what kind of attack would the Confederacy need to make in order to have any chance at all of success?

4. In Chapter 1, who is in favor of canceling the Confederate attack?

5. What practical item do many of the Confederate soldiers join the army without?

(see the answer key)

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