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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Lee (May 1864): Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Meade had pressed on his army at Mine Run, who was criticized for his defensive maneuvers?
(a) Lee.
(b) Longstreet.
(c) Sherman.
(d) Brigand.

2. What book is "The Last Full Measure" in Shaara's set of Civil War books?
(a) 3rd.
(b) 4th.
(c) 2nd.
(d) 1st.

3. What was not thorough enough according to Hill that caused the failed attack at Bristol?
(a) Fighting.
(b) Hard work.
(c) Reconnaissance.
(d) Planning.

4. Whose army is defeated and retreating that Lee watches from his horse?
(a) Stuart's forces.
(b) Chamberlain's forces.
(c) His army.
(d) Grant's army.

5. In what season does the Federal commander send orders to position troops after meeting with Lincoln?
(a) Summer.
(b) Winter.
(c) Spring.
(d) Fall.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Shaara employ to illustrate the battles that led to the failure at Bristol?

2. What does Lee get his engineers in response to the heavy rain?

3. Who may have fought with Grant in Mexico but cannot remember any distinguishing characteristics about Grant?

4. Who attempts to resign leadership but is denied after Gettysburg?

5. Who does Lincoln talk about about the necessity of war being won for the preservation of democracy?

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