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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do the British opt not to hire the Hessian army to serve in the Colonies long before the American Revolution?
(a) They do not speak their language.
(b) They are not sufficiently skilled.
(c) They are too costly.
(d) They are not trustworthy.

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

3. As the news of "The Surprise" victory over the Hessians spreads through America, many people receive it how?
(a) Uncertain of whether it is a turning point.
(b) As a vindication of the American Cause.
(c) Suspiciously, as more exageration than reality.
(d) As more hype than significance.

4. In "Hard Choices," the author indicates that it is important to note George Washington's style of leadership when his war council convenes, that he presents a promising proposal as what?
(a) Someone else's idea rather than his own.
(b) Someone else's idea because he always ensures credit is given where it is rightfully due.
(c) His own idea in case it goes wrong.
(d) His own idea, regardless of its origination, for his own advancement.

5. How does the author describe the enemy forces subsequent to their loss at Princeton?
(a) All but decimated.
(b) Able to maintain the status quo ante.
(c) Significantly overpowered, but resilient.
(d) Placed in a slow regression.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Hard Choices," who urges George Washington to push the enemy from the state?

2. What is one important thing the British army lacks?

3. 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?

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

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

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