i. The approaches, whether concealed or exposed: and the

nature of the ground, whether hard or boggy. ii. What formation batteries can advance in. iii. Positions of readiness in their vicinity. iv. Suitability for direct or indirect laying. v. Nature of gun-platform. vi. Number of guns for which there is room at full interval. vii. Best positions for observation of fire. viii. Positions for first line wagons.