Gettysburg Leadership Challenge Quiz

What is the main focus of the Great Task Virtual Leadership Challenge Course?

• To explore the history of the Civil War

• To learn about modern military strategies

• To understand and develop leadership skills

• To study the architecture of Gettysburg

What was the role of the Lydia Leister home during the Battle of Gettysburg?

• It was a shelter for civilians

• It was a meeting place for Confederate leaders

• It served as the Union Army headquarters

• It was a hospital for wounded soldiers

What significant event took place at Cemetery Ridge?

• Pickett's Charge, a major Confederate attack

• The first battle of the Civil War

• The signing of the peace treaty

• The retreat of Union forces

What tough decision did the residents of Gettysburg face during the Confederate invasion?

• Whether to join the Confederate army

• Whether to hide in the mountains

• Whether to flee or protect their property

• Whether to surrender to Union forces

What trait was essential for soldiers during the Battle of Gettysburg?

• Patience

• Silence

• Flexibility

• Perseverance

What organizational challenge was faced in Civil War hospitals?

• Shortage of doctors

• Inadequate space for patients

• Lack of medical supplies

• Deciding which injuries to treat

What can participants learn about teamwork from the Great Task Program?

• The steps involved in loading a cannon

• The importance of individual achievements

• The history of the Civil War

• How to lead a solo mission

What is the goal of the Great Task Leadership Program?

• To train future military leaders

• To inspire students to make a difference

• To preserve historical sites

• To teach about the architecture of Gettysburg

Who were the soldiers of the Ninth Massachusetts Battery?

• Veteran soldiers with many battles

• New soldiers in their first battle

• Confederate soldiers

• Cavalry unit members

What is one of the key leadership traits emphasized in the program?

• Aggressiveness

• Communication

• Secrecy

• Independence