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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 29 through 41.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How do the men respond when the Corporal tries to organize them to face the enemy?
(a) They run away.
(b) They argue with him.
(c) With chaotic pushing and shoving.
(d) They immediately step into place.

3. Who holds Alexandria, Fleming and Well's Ferry at the beginning of the story?
(a) The Tories.
(b) The Americans.
(c) The Hessians.
(d) The British.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the Corporal rule out an ambush from the trees?

2. What does Jonathan have trouble doing as the enemy approaches in Rocktown?

3. Who are the Hessians in the story?

4. Who is the stranger who gathers the soldiers?

5. What road do the soldiers take toward the battle?

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