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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is not part of the uniform Charley is issued?
(a) Black pants
(b) Epaulets
(c) Gray socks
(d) Hat

2. How old does Charley say he is when he reaches Fort Snelling?
(a) 19
(b) 20
(c) 21
(d) 18

3. Why do the men not get to practice shooting too much?
(a) They do not want to alert the enemy to their locations
(b) There is a shortage of guns
(c) The soldiers need other training first
(d) There is a shortage of ammunition

4. What does Charley think he sees over the battlefield?
(a) Fireflies
(b) Fireworks
(c) Flags
(d) Angels

5. What color is the water in the stream?
(a) Blue
(b) Pink
(c) Green
(d) Clear

Short Answer Questions

1. When is Charley awakened?

2. Charley's mother advises him to _____________ before he gets shot.

3. What sound does Charley find frightening?

4. What is Charley's opinion of the other soldiers?

5. What is the significant event for Charley in Chapter 4?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Charley's experience in the battle of Bull Run?

2. What is Charley's induction experience at Fort Snelling?

3. What is Charley's perception of the army once the initial excitement has worn off?

4. What is Charley's relationship with God during this battle?

5. What is the obstacle to Charley's joining the army and how does he plan to overcome it?

6. When does Charley see black people for the first time and what are this thoughts?

7. What do Charley and the other soldiers believe their role will be in the war, if there really is a war?

8. Describe Charley's experience on the train to Manassas.

9. How does the author show Charley's inexperience and immaturity during the battle?

10. What are the men told will happen tomorrow and what does Charley feel about it?

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