The Drummer Boy of Shiloh

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Who is the man that stops to talk to the boy in 'The Drummer Boy of Shiloh'?

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The general.

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What is the general's fear regarding the battle's outcome?

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Many young soldier boys will be killed.

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What is the setting of 'The Drummer Boy of Shiloh'?

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During the Civil War.

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What thought keeps the troops motivated in the story?

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I am going to be the lucky one that survives.

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What does the boy mean when he thinks, 'that's all very well for them, they can give as good as they get'?

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The troops are armed, but he only has a drum and two sticks.

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What role does Joby play in the story?

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He is the drummer boy.

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What does the drum symbolize in the story?

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The drum symbolizes hope and courage.

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How does Joby feel about his role as a drummer boy?

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He feels a mix of pride and fear.

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What is the significance of the title 'The Drummer Boy of Shiloh'?

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It highlights the importance of the drummer boy's role in the battle.

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What does the general represent in the story?

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He represents leadership and the burden of responsibility.