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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 77 through 89.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Jonathan notice about the enemy officer on the horse as he gets closer?
(a) He has a large moustache.
(b) He has a tattoo.
(c) He has a scar.
(d) He is wounded.

2. Why does the Corporal rule out an ambush from the trees?
(a) The men would be too far away.
(b) The enemy will anticipate that strategy.
(c) The men all have rifles.
(d) The trees aren't fit for climbing.

3. When was the last time Jonathan was as far from home as he is on the way to the battle?
(a) He has never been this far from home.
(b) Many months ago.
(c) Years ago.
(d) Several weeks ago.

4. What stories has Jonathan heard about what Hessians do to prisoners?
(a) Hanging, jailing and enslavement.
(b) Death by firing squad.
(c) Death by starvation.
(d) Torture and beheading.

5. What happens when the Corporal invites the men to replace him?
(a) They decide not to have any leader.
(b) They argue.
(c) They put it to a vote.
(d) They remain silent.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jonathan see the enemy officer on the horse carrying as he gets closer?

2. What happens when Jonathan starts to whistle on the way to the battle?

3. What does the tavern keeper encourage Jonathan to do?

4. What does the Corporal do when the men ask about the soldiers from Snydertown?

5. What does Jonathan wish about the fife and drum players he hears as the Hessians approach?

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