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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After General Washington leaves New York, where do the British follow the Americans over the Hudson River ?
(a) Passaic.
(b) Plymouth Rock.
(c) Palisades.
(d) Palomar.

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

3. How does the American military system prove its superiority?
(a) It is simple and flexible.
(b) It displays better order and discipline.
(c) It has more extensive training.
(d) It uses superior equipment.

4. General Washington believes that only 20% of British forces are on Long Island and are ready for battle. In reality, what is this percentage?
(a) 90%.
(b) 75%.
(c) 50%.
(d) 100%.

5. As the British convene, at what pace does their training continue?
(a) Furiously.
(b) Moderately.
(c) Slowly.
(d) Sporadically.

Short Answer Questions

1. While officers of the Hessian army all have specific beliefs, by what are these men defined?

2. What are the first British battalions to land?

3. What is a big issue facing the American rebels?

4. The Americans move to what state following their defeat in New York?

5. What do the British intend to do following their confrontation with the Americans on the New Jersey shoreline of the Hudson River?

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