Quiz on Catherine Williams and Buffalo Soldiers

Who was the first black woman to enlist and serve in the United States Army?

• Catherine Williams

• Martha Williams

• Phyllis Cafe

• Raya

What was the role of Buffalo soldiers in the United States Army?

• Horse riders

• Musicians

• Engineers

• Doctors

When were the Buffalo soldiers formed?

• September 21, 1866

• July 4, 1776

• November 5, 1866

• April 12, 1861

What was the fake name used by Catherine Williams when enlisting in the army?

• William Cafe

• Martha Williams

• Phyllis Cafe

• Raya

What disease did Catherine Williams contract while serving in the army?

• Smallpox

• Malaria

• Tuberculosis

• Cholera

How many hospital stays did it take for Catherine Williams' gender to be revealed?

• Five

• Two

• Ten

• None

How tall was Catherine Williams?

• Five feet nine inches

• Six feet two inches

• Five feet four inches

• Six feet

What was the nickname given to the Buffalo Soldiers by the Plains Indians?

• Buffalo Soldiers

• Horse Riders

• Black Warriors

• Red Soldiers

Did Catherine Williams see combat during her time in the army?

• No

• Yes

• Not mentioned

• Unclear

What did Catherine Williams do after being discharged from the army?

• Helped her mother run an orphanage

• Became a teacher

• Started her own business

• Joined another military branch