Bentonville Battlefield Quiz

What was Sherman's strategic goal during his march through the Carolinas?

• To secure the Mississippi River

• To invade Florida

• To join forces with Grant and defeat Lee

• To capture Washington, D.C.

Who was tasked with assembling a Confederate army to oppose Sherman?

• Robert E. Lee

• Joseph E. Johnston

• Stonewall Jackson

• J.E.B. Stuart

What was the primary objective of the Confederate forces at the Battle of Bentonville?

• To achieve a decisive victory over Sherman

• To delay Sherman from joining Grant

• To capture Raleigh

• To destroy Sherman's supply lines

What unexpected challenge did Carlin's division face at Bentonville?

• A surprise attack by Union forces

• A lack of ammunition

• Encountering battle-hardened Confederate infantry

• Severe weather conditions

What was the significance of the 'bullpen' during the battle?

• It was a Confederate stronghold

• It was a challenging terrain for both sides

• It was the site of a major cavalry charge

• It was a Union supply depot

Why did Johnston decide to retreat on March 21st?

• He received reinforcements

• He was ordered to by Lee

• He realized Sherman would not attack his strong points

• He ran out of supplies

What was Sherman's main concern that prevented him from attacking Johnston's forces?

• Unfavorable weather conditions

• Lack of reinforcements

• Fear of a Confederate ambush

• Johnston's strategic positioning

What was the outcome of General Mower's unauthorized attack?

• It led to a Confederate victory

• It forced Sherman to retreat

• It resulted in heavy Union losses

• It nearly captured Johnston's headquarters

What is a key feature of the Bentonville Battlefield today?

• It is a private residential area

• It has extensive trails and interpretive signs

• It is a commercial shopping center

• It is a restricted military zone

What role does the American Battlefield Trust play in Bentonville?

• They conduct military training exercises

• They help preserve and interpret the battlefield

• They organize annual reenactments

• They manage commercial development