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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The March.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Although the Colonists do not win this episode, after what incident does General William Howe come to believe the British will lose the war?
(a) The Battle of Trenton.
(b) The Battle of Yorktown.
(c) The Battle of Long Island.
(d) The Battle of Bunker Hill.

2. The British pacification policy runs into problems arising from a lack of supply, and troops commonly doing what?
(a) Exchanging British money.
(b) Purchasing from merchants.
(c) Foraging as needed.
(d) Purchasing from farmers.

3. Rather than a retreat from New York, how does General Washington view the maneuver?
(a) As a "swing to the wing."
(b) As a "switch in fronts."
(c) As a "slide to the side."
(d) As "resorting gear at the rear."

4. What is the result of the strong demonstration in which General William Howe participates that is intended to force the Colonists back to their proper allegiance?
(a) The Battle of Yorktown.
(b) The Battle of Bunker Hill.
(c) The Ride of Paul Revere.
(d) The Boston Tea Party.

5. Where in New York Harbor do the British and Hessian armies arrive?
(a) Manhatten.
(b) Staten Island.
(c) Brooklyn.
(d) Long Island.

Short Answer Questions

1. The American soldiers' determination truly shines through during this whole campaign, and as the author mentions, George Washington's own determination plays what role in their success?

2. As the Americans assemble and pursue their march toward Trenton, what course does the stormy weather take?

3. After General Washington leaves New York, where do the British follow the Americans over the Hudson River ?

4. Due to their delay from bad weather, George Washington puts their attack time at about what hour?

5. How does the artillery affect the mobility of the American army during their march toward Trenton?

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