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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 42 through 50.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What idea of the Corporal's for facing the enemy is met with resistance?
(a) Hiding behind rocks and bushes.
(b) Lining up.
(c) Scattering.
(d) Charging.

3. What signals the soldier that the enemy is on their way?
(a) A bell tolling.
(b) A fife and drum.
(c) Trumpets.
(d) A battle call.

4. What happens as the Americans and Hessians begin shooting at one another?
(a) Jonathan runs away.
(b) Jonathan quickly reloads and continues to shoot.
(c) The thick smoke adds to the chaotic atmosphere.
(d) The fighting continues in an orderly fashion.

5. Who are the British in the story?
(a) The Americans' captives.
(b) The Americans' slaves.
(c) The Americans' allies.
(d) The Americans' enemies.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Jonathan's mother worry about his older brother?

2. Who is the stranger who gathers the soldiers?

3. What type of gun does the tavern keeper give Jonathan?

4. What does Jonathan notice about the enemy officer on the horse as he gets closer?

5. What are the Hessians wearing as they approach the Americans?

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