The Red Badge of Courage Quiz

What is the main conflict of the novel "The Red Badge of Courage"?

• The boy vs. his courage

• The boy vs. his family

• The boy vs. his friends

• The boy vs. his enemies

Answer explanation

The main conflict of the novel 'The Red Badge of Courage' is the boy vs. his courage, as he struggles to find bravery in the face of war.

When does the story "The Red Badge of Courage" take place?

• 1863

• 1776

• 1914

• 1945

Answer explanation

The story 'The Red Badge of Courage' takes place in 1863, during the American Civil War.

Why does Henry enlist in the army in "The Red Badge of Courage"?

• To look cool to his friends

• To serve his country

• To follow his father's footsteps

• To escape his home

Answer explanation

Henry enlists in the army in 'The Red Badge of Courage' to look cool to his friends, not for any noble or patriotic reasons.

What is a "red badge of courage" in the novel?

• A medal given to soldiers for fighting in a war and showing great courage

• A red ribbon worn by soldiers

• A badge given to the best marksman

• A symbol of rank in the army

Answer explanation

In the novel, a 'red badge of courage' refers to a medal given to soldiers for fighting in a war and showing great courage, making it the correct choice.

How does Henry receive a wound to his head in "The Red Badge of Courage"?

• He hit a tree headlong

• He was shot

• He was hit by a fellow soldier

• He fell off a horse

Answer explanation

Henry receives a wound to his head by hitting a tree headlong in 'The Red Badge of Courage'.

How did Henry’s mother feel about his enlistment in "The Red Badge of Courage"?

• She thinks it's idiotic

• She is proud

• She is indifferent

• She is supportive

Answer explanation

Henry's mother thinks it's idiotic that he enlisted in 'The Red Badge of Courage', as indicated in the correct answer choice.

Which animal does Henry interact with in the woods that helps him justify his flight from battle in "The Red Badge of Courage"?

• A squirrel

• A rabbit

• A deer

• A fox

Answer explanation

Henry interacts with a squirrel in the woods that helps him justify his flight from battle in 'The Red Badge of Courage', making the correct answer choice A: A squirrel.

What must a soldier do in order to win a "red badge of courage" in the novel?

• Be nominated

• Show bravery in battle

• Complete a mission

• Save a fellow soldier

Answer explanation

To win a 'red badge of courage' in the novel, a soldier must be nominated, as stated in the correct answer choice.

Who is the loud private in "The Red Badge of Courage"?

• Henry's friend

• Henry's brother

• Henry's enemy

• Henry's commander

Answer explanation

In 'The Red Badge of Courage,' the loud private is Henry's friend, not his brother, enemy, or commander.

Who is the main character in "The Red Badge of Courage"?

• Henry

• Tom

• John

• Robert

Answer explanation

The main character in 'The Red Badge of Courage' is Henry, making 'Henry' the correct choice.