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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. When do Charley and his mother think the war will be over?

2. What does Charley actually see as he looks toward the battlefield?

3. Which of the following is not something Charley desires if something bad should happen to him?

4. What do Charley and many other men do that embarrasses them?

5. Where does Charley walk to in order to sign up for the army?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the main content of Charley's mother's letters to him?

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

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

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

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

6. What are Charley's impressions about riding the train?

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

8. What happens to Lieutenant Olafson and what is Charley's reaction?

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In what ways do you think Charley may have been misled about what war was really like? Or do you think he was well informed about the decision he was making? Explain. What about the other characters?

Essay Topic 2

Charley seems to have more affection for horses than he does for people and finds it easier to shoot men than horses in battle. It is especially repugnant for Charley to have to slaughter the horses for food for the men. Where does this feeling come from for Charley? Is he normal in his perspective on this?

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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