View a FREE sample

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the Union noise that Johnston hears in Chapter 1 signify?
(a) That the Union is aware of the presence of the Confederates.
(b) That it is time to stop for the day and set up camp.
(c) That the enemy has beens spoted and to prepare for immediate battle.
(d) That it is time to about-face.

2. 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.

3. What is Walter's impression of the Confederate territories as he travels through them?
(a) They are lush, fertile territories.
(b) He wants to move there when the war ends.
(c) They are not worth fighting for.
(d) They can be improved with Union funds.

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

5. What is part of the daily drills for the Union soldiers?
(a) Being shot at.
(b) Spying on the Confederates.
(c) Changing locations.
(d) Making weapons.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Walter's commander?

2. What was Grant's family business?

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

4. Which regiment does Luther belong to?

5. What does Luther dream about the night before the battle at Shiloh?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 223 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample