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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 1, who is in favor of canceling the Confederate attack?
(a) Palmer.
(b) Johnston.
(c) Forrest.
(d) Grant.

2. What is Walter Fountain's title in the military?
(a) Chaplain.
(b) Lookout.
(c) Adjunct.
(d) Strategist.

3. How does Palmer know Sherman?
(a) Sherman was Palmer's military academy instructor.
(b) Sherman fought with Palmer's uncle.
(c) Sherman is Palmer's uncle.
(d) Sherman was once Palmer's preacher.

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

5. Why does Walter have guard duty at the beginning of Chapter 2?
(a) For fun.
(b) He was promoted to this job.
(c) As punishment.
(d) It's his normal job.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is constantly alerting higher commanders that there are enemy forces in the area?

2. What is Palmer's job in the Confederate Army?

3. What makes the Confederate soldiers in Chapter 1 begin to question whether their guns work?

4. What is the "rattle" noise that Walter hears in Chapter 2?

5. What is part of the daily drills for the Union soldiers?

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