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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Retreat: Chapters 1-2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why can't Sartoris stay with his mother-in-law?
(a) She doesn't have food to feed them all.
(b) The Yankees are looking for him.
(c) He can't stand her.
(d) There is a new battle.

2. Why is Ringo not concerned about leaving Granny alone?
(a) He is inconsiderate.
(b) He has more important plans.
(c) No one wants to hurt her.
(d) She can take care of herself.

3. "Retreat" begins ______ after the conclusion of "Ambuscade."
(a) One year.
(b) A week.
(c) Six months.
(d) Two days.

4. Why does Granny scold Ringo and Bayard?
(a) For coming to her.
(b) For cursing.
(c) For shooting.
(d) For not bathing.

5. Why do the Confederate troops encourage Granny to go back home?
(a) They think the Union will find her.
(b) They want her to bring something back for them.
(c) They think she's up to no good.
(d) They want her to wait for Sartoris.

Short Answer Questions

1. While working, Bayard pretends to be who?

2. After Bayard shoots, Ringo screams that who is coming after them?

3. When his father returns home, Bayard observes he has the "smell of ______."

4. How did Bayard's mother die?

5. At the beginning of "Retreat," where is the Sartoris family fleeing?

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