- 1. The Battle of Gettysburg, fought from July 1 to July 3, 1863, marked a pivotal moment in the American Civil War and is often considered its turning point. Located in and around the town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, this three-day conflict involved the largest number of casualties in the war and is renowned for its fierce fighting and high stakes. Union forces, led by Major General George G. Meade, clashed with the Confederate Army, commanded by General Robert E. Lee, who sought to invade the North and achieve a decisive victory that could potentially sway public opinion in favor of the Confederacy. The battle commenced on July 1 with a surprise attack by Confederate troops, quickly escalating into brutal combat as Union forces struggled to hold their positions. The intense fighting resulted in significant losses on both sides but ultimately culminated in the Union's successful defense during the final days of the battle, especially on Cemetery Hill and Pickett's Charge, which turned into a disastrous assault for the Confederates. The Union victory at Gettysburg not only halted Lee's invasion but also provided a much-needed morale boost for the North, while simultaneously weakening the Confederate Army. The high casualty rate, with approximately 51,000 soldiers killed, wounded, or missing, left a lasting impact on the communities involved and highlighted the brutal realities of war. The battle is commemorated today at the Gettysburg National Military Park, and President Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address, delivered at the dedication of the Soldiers' National Cemetery later that year, underscored its significance in redefining the purpose of the war and the nation's commitment to equality and democracy.
When did the Battle of Gettysburg take place?
A) April 9, 1865
B) July 1-3, 1863
C) September 17, 1862
D) June 30-July 1, 1864
- 2. Which two armies fought in the Battle of Gettysburg?
A) Union and British
B) Union and Confederate
C) Union and French
D) British and Confederate
- 3. Who was the Confederate general in command at Gettysburg?
A) James Longstreet
B) Jubal Early
C) Robert E. Lee
D) Stonewall Jackson
- 4. Which was the turning point of the Battle of Gettysburg?
A) Pickett's Charge
B) Bunker Hill
C) Antietam
D) First Day's Battle
- 5. Who gave the famous speech at the dedication of the Soldiers’ National Cemetery?
A) Alexander Stephens
B) Abraham Lincoln
C) Andrew Johnson
D) Jefferson Davis
- 6. In which year did the Battle of Gettysburg end?
A) 1861
B) 1863
C) 1864
D) 1862
- 7. Which Union corps was commanded by General Winfield Scott Hancock during the Battle of Gettysburg?
A) II Corps
B) IX Corps
C) V Corps
D) XI Corps
- 8. Who was the Confederate general known for strongly opposing Pickett's Charge at Gettysburg?
A) John Bell Hood
B) A. P. Hill
C) Jubal Early
D) James Longstreet
- 9. Who was the cavalry commander for the Confederate forces at Gettysburg?
A) Nathan Bedford Forrest
B) John Singleton Mosby
C) George Armstrong Custer
D) J.E.B. Stuart
- 10. Who was the highest-ranking casualty from either side at the Battle of Gettysburg?
A) A.P. Hill
B) J.E.B. Stuart
C) George Meade
D) John F. Reynolds
- 11. Which Union general had made the decision to position troops on Cemetery Ridge before the battle?
A) George G. Meade
B) Oliver O. Howard
C) Winfield Scott Hancock
D) John Buford
- 12. What was the name of the Union general who served as Chief of Staff to George G. Meade at the Battle of Gettysburg?
A) Abner Doubleday
B) Daniel Butterfield
C) John Gibbon
D) George Sykes
- 13. Which Union general played a key role on the second day of the Battle of Gettysburg by defending Little Round Top?
A) Winfield Scott Hancock
B) Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain
C) George G. Meade
D) Abner Doubleday
- 14. Which river did General Lee and the Confederate army cross into Pennsylvania before the Battle of Gettysburg?
A) James River
B) Ohio River
C) Potomac River
D) Mississippi River
- 15. Which Confederate general was mortally wounded during Pickett's Charge?
A) Richard Ewell
B) George Pickett
C) James Longstreet
D) Lewis Armistead
- 16. Which famous Confederate general did not participate in the Battle of Gettysburg due to illness?
A) George Pickett
B) Stonewall Jackson
C) Jeb Stuart
D) James Longstreet
- 17. Where is the Gettysburg National Military Park located?
A) Maryland
B) Pennsylvania
C) New York
D) Virginia
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