1. How many of George Washington's troops are lost to the Delaware River during the Americans' crossing?
(a) Over 25 troops.
(b) Nearly 40 troops.
(c) Not one.
(d) Only a handful.

2. What is a big issue facing the American rebels?
(a) Overload of ammunition supplies.
(b) Lack of dedication.
(c) Lack of courage.
(d) Lack of enemy intelligence.

3. How does British military training compare with that of the American Revolutionaries?
(a) Significantly different.
(b) Fairly similar.
(c) Identical.
(d) Virtually the same.

4. After their victory in New York, the British make plans to settle down for the winter. However, what distance factor works against them in a big way?
(a) Movement of their troops and equipment has been costly.
(b) Movement of their troops and equipment has been slow given the size.
(c) Fresh troops and supplies take a long time to reach America.
(d) Ability to maintain effective communication and accurate intelligence.

5. At what rate does the Hessian army expand?
(a) Somewhat quickly.
(b) Steadily.
(c) Slowly.
(d) Very rapidly.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the chapter entitled "Good Ground," the author states Americans expect an attack in great strength by combined British and Hessian troops, so they decide it would be best to have it where?

2. Who does not allow the Hessians the rest they request?

3. What is the title of Thomas Paine's second pamphlet?

4. The first chapter, "The Rebels," foreshadows what events?

5. Who is the best choice for Commander-in-Chief given his experience of command yet is young enough to take the field?

(see the answer key)

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