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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Skirmish at Sartoris: Chapters 1-3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why are the Burdens in Jefferson?
(a) To fix the election.
(b) To make a profit off the devastation.
(c) To keep an eye on Sartoris.
(d) To organize former slaves for the Republican Party.

2. What is special about the paper Ringo acquires for Granny?
(a) It has secret notes written on it.
(b) It made from a rare tree.
(c) It belonged to a famous Confederate Colonel.
(d) It has the official stamp of the Union.

3. In the scheme, Ab is in charge of ______.
(a) Human relations.
(b) Inventory.
(c) Accounting.
(d) Sales.

4. During the war, where was Benbow?
(a) Mexico.
(b) Far south.
(c) In Jefferson.
(d) With the Union.

5. Why do many slaves begin betraying their masters?
(a) They see an opportunity for payback.
(b) They get money for information.
(c) The Union promises them freedom for their help.
(d) Because they are fed up.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Grumby's group called?

2. What does the gossip about Drusilla develop to?

3. What makes it clear that Granny doesn't trust Ab?

4. What was Granny's disturbing dream at the beginning of "Retreat"?

5. Why is Ab the best available man in town?

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