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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. At what point does the Corporal tell the men they should start shooting the Hessians?
(a) As soon as they are in visual range.
(b) When they are fifty yards apart.
(c) As soon as the Hessians start shooting them.
(d) When they are ten yards apart.

2. What does the Corporal do when the men ask about the soldiers from Snydertown?
(a) He ignores the questions.
(b) He says they'd be no help.
(c) He confesses that he lied about them.
(d) He says they're on their way.

3. What does the Corporal tell the men to do if it rains as they prepare to fight?
(a) Take cover under a tree.
(b) Find a building for shelter.
(c) Continue shooting.
(d) Keep their pans covered and dry.

4. 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.

5. Why does Jonathan decide not to ask any more questions about the battle after talking to his father's friend?
(a) He decides he'd rather not know.
(b) He's afraid of being sent home.
(c) He doesn't trust any of the other men.
(d) He's so tired he no longer cares.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jonathan wonder when he and the Hessians pass the dark stain on the road?

2. How is Jonathan feeling just before the battle with the Hessians begins?

3. How many houses are there in Rocktown?

4. Why does the woman in Rocktown run away?

5. What happens when the Corporal invites the men to replace him?

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