The Red Badge Of Courage Test

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    What is the main characters name?

    • Henry Fleming
    • Tattered Man
    • Wison
    • Jim Cocklin
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Stephen Crane’s “The Red Badge of Courage” is a war novel published in 1895 about a young private of the Union Army named Henry Fleming, and his flee from battle during the American Civil War. Take this quiz to see what you can remember from this book!

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  • 2. 

    What is the war they are fighting in?

    • World War Two

    • World War One

    • American Civil War

    • Spanish Civil War

    Correct Answer
    A. American Civil War
  • 3. 

    What does Henry find in the woods when he runs away from battle?

    • Gold

    • Dead body

    • A hat

    • A gun

    Correct Answer
    A. Dead body
    Explanation
    Henry finds a dead body in the woods when he runs away from battle. This suggests that he may have stumbled upon a casualty of the ongoing conflict. The presence of a dead body adds a somber and unsettling element to the story, highlighting the grim realities of war and the impact it has on individuals like Henry who are directly involved.

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  • 4. 

    Why does Henry have a wound even though he did not go to battle?

    • He was shot

    • He was hit over the head with a but of a gun

    • Shock treatment

    • Stabed

    Correct Answer
    A. He was hit over the head with a but of a gun
  • 5. 

    What is Henry's regement name?

    • 222th

    • 333th

    • 304th

    • 555th

    Correct Answer
    A. 304th
    Explanation
    Henry's regiment name is the 304th.

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  • 6. 

    What was Henry before the war

    • Cab driver

    • Couchman

    • Horse rancher

    • Farmer

    Correct Answer
    A. Farmer
    Explanation
    The question is asking about Henry's occupation before the war. The answer "farmer" suggests that Henry worked as a farmer before the war.

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  • 7. 

    What does Henry pick up in the third battle?

    • A gun

    • A American Flag

    • A hat

    • A indian grave stone

    Correct Answer
    A. A American Flag
    Explanation
    Henry picks up an American Flag in the third battle. This suggests that he is patriotic and wants to show his allegiance to his country. It also symbolizes his bravery and willingness to fight for his nation. The American Flag is a powerful symbol of unity and freedom, and Henry's decision to pick it up demonstrates his strong connection to his country and his willingness to fight for its ideals.

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  • 8. 

    What does a red badge of courage stand for?

    • Wound

    • Scar

    • Being dead

    • Being shot

    Correct Answer
    A. Wound
    Explanation
    The red badge of courage stands for a wound. In the context of the question, the red badge of courage is a metaphorical representation of a physical injury or trauma. It symbolizes the bravery and courage displayed by soldiers who have been wounded in battle. The color red is often associated with blood and injury, further emphasizing the significance of the wound.

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  • 9. 

    Wat color does the north wear?

    • Gray

    • Pink

    • White

    • Blue

    Correct Answer
    A. Blue
    Explanation
    The question is asking about the color that the north wears. Out of the given options, blue is the only color associated with the north. This is because in many cultures, the north is often associated with cold and icy environments, and blue is commonly associated with those characteristics. Therefore, blue is the correct answer.

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  • 10. 

    What side is Henry fighting for?

    • The north

    • The south

    • The east

    • The west

    Correct Answer
    A. The north
    Explanation
    Henry is fighting for the north. This can be inferred from the given options and the fact that the question asks for the side Henry is fighting for. The north is one of the options provided, indicating that Henry is aligned with this side in the conflict.

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  • 11. 

    What made him run away from battle?

    • Fear

    • Questions courage

    • Worried

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "all of the above" because the person may have run away from battle due to fear, questioning their courage, and feeling worried. These emotions can overwhelm an individual and cause them to flee from a dangerous situation.

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  • 12. 

    Which one of Henry's friends died?

    • Tattered man

    • Wilson

    • His mom

    • Jim Cocklin

    Correct Answer
    A. Jim Cocklin
    Explanation
    Jim Cocklin is the correct answer because the question asks which one of Henry's friends died, and Jim Cocklin is mentioned as one of Henry's friends in the given options. Therefore, it can be inferred that Jim Cocklin is the friend who died.

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  • 13. 

    Who helped Henry in the second battle?

    • Jim

    • Wilson

    • A southern man

    • A women

    Correct Answer
    A. Wilson
    Explanation
    Wilson helped Henry in the second battle.

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  • 14. 

    Who had two wounds and talked a lot?

    • Wilson

    • Tattered man

    • Henry Fleming

    • The magic man

    Correct Answer
    A. Tattered man
    Explanation
    The tattered man is the correct answer because the question asks for someone who had two wounds and talked a lot. Out of the given options, only the tattered man fits this description. This implies that the tattered man had two wounds and was talkative.

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  • 15. 

    What symbolizes Henry's initial desire for glory in battle?

    • The tattered soldier's wound 

    • The flag 

    • The sun 

    • The river

    Correct Answer
    A. The flag 
    Explanation
    The flag represents the ideals of the war and the glory Henry hopes to achieve through participating in battle. It symbolizes patriotism, courage, and the collective cause. Initially, Henry views the flag with admiration and sees it as a symbol of the heroism he desires.

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