Civil War Journals- LMA

Which of the following would be a synonym for the word dramatic as it is used on page 63?

• Overbearing

• Striking

• Awesome

• Theatrical

Which of the following would be a synonym for the word solemn as it is used on page 65?

• Upsetting

• Sad

• Serious

• Entertaining

Which of the following would be a synonym for the word vile as it is used on page 67?

• Repulsive

• Ugly

• Scary

• Unfair

Which of the following would be a synonym for the word indignant as it is used on page 67?

• Fair

• Excited

• Upset

• Annoyed

Why is the author jealous of the men from Concord?

• She thinks they are getting a lot of attention for being in the war

• She wants to fight, but she isn't allowed because she is a woman

• She wants to fight but isn't allowed because she is injured

• She thinks they are making too much money for fighting in the war

What does the simile "I long for battle like a warhorse when he smells powder" reveal about Alcott's perspective on the war?

• War is an adventure she wants to be a part of

• War is like a wild animal out of control

• War to her is like animals who just want to be included

• War smells awful literally and figuratively

What are three reasons Alcott felt motivated to volunteer as a nurse?

• Patriotism

• Compassion for Others

• Fitting in

• Sense of adventure

What did the analogy "when my commander said March! I marched" mean?

• She listens to authority

• It was her sense of duty

• She was waiting for directions

• She was excited to meet Hannah Stevenson

Which of the following options describe what Alcott felt her role was at the hospital?

• Protect

• Nurture

• Aide

• Motherly

How does Alcott feel about the hospital in 1863?

• It is saving many mens' lives

• It is way too crowded

• It is no sanitary

• There are way too many nurses