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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to the man next to Charley?

2. In what state does Charley live?

3. What are the lumps on the ground that Charley sees on the battlefield?

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

5. What does Charley's company realize after marching out onto the battlefield?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Charley uncomfortable with the immoral behavior of his fellow soldiers?

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

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

4. What unusual sight does Charley see as he looks out over the battlefield that evening?

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

6. Describe Charley's morning as he prepares for the second day of battle.

7. Describe the scenario of the black woman giving a sweet roll to Charley.

8. How does Charley feel about the position of the Union in the war?

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

10. How is Charley caught up in the excitement of the possibility of a civil war?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the evolution of Charley's character and maturity from the beginning of the war until he leaves. Be sure to include physical, emotional and behavioral changes.

Essay Topic 2

What is the significance of a meadow for Charley? What does he mean by not old in years but old in "meadows"? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Describe Charley's reactions to the first rural Southerners he sees in the fields. Does he feel compassion or zealous confidence? What is the basis for his reaction?

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