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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. What does Charley carry with him to the river?
(a) Umbrella.
(b) Fishing pole.
(c) Lunch sack.
(d) Knapsack.

2. Charley basically acts like ___________________.
(a) there is no tomorrow.
(b) a madman.
(c) he is king of the world.
(d) he is defeated.

3. In what state does Charley find himself in Chapter 9?
(a) Virginia.
(b) Georgia.
(c) Mississippi.
(d) Pennsylvania.

4. How long do the soldiers remain in camp when they return to Washington?
(a) 3 days
(b) 3 weeks
(c) 3 months
(d) 3 years

5. What do the men do while waiting for the next battle?
(a) Visit whorehouses
(b) Drill and wait
(c) Volunteer at the Red Cross
(d) Visit hospitals

Short Answer Questions

1. Charley wonders if the Rebel soldiers are brave or ____________.

2. The men begin their march south toward the city of ________________.

3. Rumor has it that which entire regiment has deserted the army?

4. Who is the new recruit who talks as if he knows what is going to happen in the battle?

5. Which of the following does Charley not hear bullets hitting?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain why Charley's life is essentially over at the age of 21.

2. What is the men's opinions of General McClellan?

3. How do Charley and his comrades differ in their opinions about the possibility of any more battles?

4. Why are Charley and some other men ordered to slaughter horses?

5. What is life like for Charley and his company after they return to camp in Washington?

6. How does Charley spend his first paycheck?

7. What is the foreshadowing of the meadow in Chapter 8?

8. What is the date when Chapter 10 begins and where is Charley?

9. What is Charley's initial experience like at camp in Washington?

10. Describe Charley's experience as he and his company march toward Richmond.

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