Gettysburg Battle Quiz

What was the outcome of the first day of fighting at Gettysburg?

• The Southern army was completely defeated.

• The Northern army was driven through the town.

• Both armies retreated to their original positions.

• The Northern army captured the Southern capital.

According to some Southern accounts, what could have happened if the Southern army had continued their push on July 1st?

• They could have captured Cemetery Hill and ended the battle.

• They would have been defeated by the Northern army.

• They would have retreated to a safer position.

• They could have negotiated a truce.

What was the strategic significance of the Northern army's position on the evening of July 1st?

• It was a temporary position with no strategic value.

• It was a strong defensive position on hills and ridges.

• It was an offensive position aimed at attacking the Southern capital.

• It was a weak position that was easily overrun.