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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Plan of the Campaign.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In addition to size, intelligence, and energy, what additional criterion is considered when selecting the British light infantry?
(a) Marital status.
(b) Marksmanship.
(c) Expertise with knives and sabers.
(d) Hand-to-hand fighting skills.

2. What factor plays a significant role in British military training?
(a) Purchasing rank levels.
(b) A significant number with criminal pasts.
(c) Allowance of wine at meals.
(d) Discipline.

3. When does the American Revolutionary War take place?
(a) 1754-1763.
(b) 1846-1848.
(c) 1898-1902.
(d) 1775-1883.

4. What do the British learn after mastering the skill of marching?
(a) Use of weapons.
(b) Reconnaissance.
(c) Hand-to-hand combat.
(d) Physical exercise.

5. In a way, General William Howe might be acknowledging what subsequent outcome of sthe Battle at Bunker Hill?
(a) They will not lose with the support of the Hessians.
(b) The British are already defeated.
(c) Winning the battle means they will win the war.
(d) The British will never concede.

Short Answer Questions

1. The British military is very organized and feels training makes a significant contribution to what?

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

3. Where in New York Harbor do the British and Hessian armies arrive?

4. How certain is General William Howe about how successful the British army will be in opposition to the American rebels?

5. After the British depart, Washington marches through what town with his troops and is hailed as a hero?

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