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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 64 through 76.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens when Jonathan tries to stand up when is alone after the battle?
(a) He falls down.
(b) He stands easily.
(c) He can only put his weight on one foot.
(d) He gets dizzy.

2. What are Jonathan's thoughts about the battle as he and the Hessians rest?
(a) That his side fought well.
(b) That his side was outnumbered.
(c) That it seemed pointless and badly executed.
(d) That his side had won.

3. What does Jonathan want to be at the beginning of the story?
(a) A farmer.
(b) A tavern keeper.
(c) A corporal.
(d) A soldier.

4. What do the New Jersey soldier uniforms look like?
(a) Red jackets with white leggings.
(b) Blue jackets with white leggings.
(c) White jackets with blue leggings.
(d) White jackets with red leggings.

5. How does the Corporal try to organize the men in Rocktown as the enemy approaches?
(a) In three lines.
(b) In one line.
(c) Hiding behind rocks and bushes.
(d) In two lines.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens as the Americans and Hessians begin shooting at one another?

2. How does Jonathan feel toward the Hessians when he realizes he is all alone with them?

3. What is Jonathan hoping as he heads toward the sound of the bell?

4. What does Jonathan hear on the morning of April 3rd?

5. What does Jonathan detect in the face of the man who accuses the Corporal of having a reputation?

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