Gettysburg Battle Quiz

What significant locations are mentioned in the introduction to the Battle of Gettysburg?

• Appomattox Court House, Richmond, Petersburg, and Manassas

• Rose Woods, Devil's Den, Little Round Top, and George Rose's Wheat Field

• Gettysburg Town, Cemetery Hill, Seminary Ridge, and Culp's Hill

• Antietam, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, and Vicksburg

Which division was attacking across the front towards Devil's Den and Little Round Top?

• Ewell's Division

• Pickett's Division

• Longstreet's Division

• Hood's Division

Who commanded the 17th Maine Regiment during the battle?

• Charles Merrill

• John W. Haley

• George Hillier

• David Birney

What did John W. Haley describe about the Confederate advance?

• It was slow and cautious, avoiding direct confrontation.

• It was disorganized and easily repelled by Union forces.

• It was very impetuous and brushed away the skirmish line.

• It was a surprise attack that caught Union forces off guard.

What did Captain George Hillier recall about the artillery fire during the battle?

• The artillery was ineffective and did not impact the battle.

• The artillery was silent throughout the engagement.

• The sound of musketry and shouts drowned out the artillery.

• The artillery fire was sporadic and uncoordinated.

What was the role of Randolph's Battery during the battle?

• It delivered grape and canister fire to support the Union line.

• It was used to transport supplies to the front lines.

• It provided medical assistance to wounded soldiers.

• It was responsible for communication between divisions.

What did the Confederate soldiers face as they advanced towards the Union line?

• Heavy musketry and artillery fire

• A peaceful negotiation for surrender

• A surprise attack from the rear

• A lack of resistance from Union forces

What was the reaction of the 59th Georgia soldiers as they pushed back the Union forces?

• They were silent and focused on the battle.

• They retreated in fear of Union reinforcements.

• They laughed and celebrated their victory.

• They called for reinforcements to secure their position.

Which brigade was responsible for connecting the Wheat Field to Devil's Den?

• Graham's Brigade

• Detrobian's Brigade

• Anderson's Brigade

• Ward's Brigade

What was the significance of the Wheat Field in the Battle of Gettysburg?

• It was a supply depot for Confederate forces.

• It was a location for Union soldiers to rest and regroup.

• It was a major site of intense fighting involving 20,000 soldiers.

• It was a neutral zone where both sides agreed to a truce.