Perryville Battlefield Quiz

What was the strategic significance of the Battle of Perryville in the American Civil War?

• It opened the way for the Union to invade the deep south.

• It resulted in the Confederacy gaining control of Kentucky.

• It marked the end of the Civil War.

• It was the first battle of the Civil War.

Which veteran described Perryville as one of the hardest fought battles?

• Robert E. Lee

• Ulysses S. Grant

• William T. Sherman

• Sam Watkins

How many men fell per minute during the Battle of Perryville?

• 20

• 13

• 10

• 5

Which of the following brothers were involved in hand-to-hand combat at Perryville?

• The Smith brothers

• The Van House brothers

• The Wright brothers

• The Johnson brothers

Where was Henry Hunter killed during the battle?

• In a forest

• In a trench

• On the slope of a hill

• On the banks of Doctor's Creek

What happened to many of the soldiers who died at Perryville?

• They were left unburied on the battlefield.

• They were buried in mass graves or moved to family plots.

• They were all exhumed and moved to national cemeteries.

• They were all buried in marked graves.

How is the Perryville Battlefield described in terms of its preservation?

• It has been completely transformed into a city.

• It is a modern urban park.

• It is one of the least preserved battlefields.

• It is one of the best preserved and pristine major battlefields.

What has been planted in the Perryville Battlefield to enhance its natural beauty?

• Concrete pathways

• Native grasses and wildflowers

• Exotic trees

• Artificial turf

What is the current state of the land where the Battle of Perryville took place?

• It is a barren wasteland.

• It is a military base.

• It is peaceful and teeming with life.

• It is a bustling city.

What role do we play in relation to the Perryville Battlefield?

• We are developers.

• We are tourists.

• We are custodians of the past.

• We are soldiers.