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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Fall of New York.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After what battle has General William Howe essentially given up?
(a) Yorktown.
(b) Bunker Hill.
(c) Long Island.
(d) Trenton.

2. After the British depart, Washington marches through what town with his troops and is hailed as a hero?
(a) Richmond.
(b) Hartford.
(c) New York.
(d) Boston.

3. The author believes that, as the Americans mature as a cohesive unit, they will eventually see the benefits of what?
(a) Intelligence and marching skills.
(b) Order and religiou faith.
(c) Order and discipline.
(d) Spiritual faith and discipline.

4. Military training is important to the British as they feel it enforces what?
(a) Understanding of bugle calls.
(b) Troop obedience.
(c) Use of equipment.
(d) Adoption of skills.

5. In what month of 1776 do the Americans lose the Battle of Long Island?
(a) June.
(b) Early September.
(c) August.
(d) July.

Short Answer Questions

1. The Hessian army is comprised of what type of soldiers?

2. As the British convene, at what pace does their training continue?

3. "Washington's Crossing" details each battle fought from Brooklyn, Long Island, Manhattan, Fort Lee, Trenton, and ultimately where?

4. Where does General William Howe become part of a strong demonstration intended to force the Colonists back to their proper allegiance?

5. What do the British learn after mastering the skill of marching?

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