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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Just one week before the Hessian loss in George Washington's surprise attack, many British leaders believe what?
(a) The American rebellion is nearly broken.
(b) The American rebellion is slowly regressing.
(c) The American rebellion is making little advancement.
(d) The American rebellion is at a standstill.

2. According to the author in the chapter entitled "The Surprise," if the Americans lose this historical battle, it will signal the end of George Washington's career, if not what?
(a) The flight of the rebel army.
(b) The end of the American cause altogether.
(c) The end of the rebel assault for months to come.
(d) The loss of significant amounts of American supplies.

3. What are the first British battalions to land?
(a) Light infantry, then grenadiers.
(b) Grenadiers, then light infantry.
(c) Cavalry, then light infantry.
(d) Light infantry, then heavy artillery.

4. In "Good Ground," the author notes the Americans learn the British leaders are planning to strike at either Trenton or what location?
(a) Cranford.
(b) Crosswicks.
(c) Cranbury.
(d) Cresskill.

5. What is Thomas Paine's intention in publishing his second pamphlet?
(a) Evaluate whether or not the American cause has reached an end.
(b) Revive army and civilian spirit for the revolutionary cause.
(c) Consider if the losses in life and other costs are worth the price.
(d) Analyze the course the revolution has taken, and where it stands.

Short Answer Questions

1. Charles Cornwallis is in denial over the growing rebel troop strength, and, acting on his experience, what does he feel is the best course to take?

2. While he hates war passionately, Paine believes it is the lesser of two evils, the worse being what?

3. Believing the American rebellion is over, citizens of which city flee fearing the opposing forces are nearing?

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?

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

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