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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While the British position at Princeton proves "untenable," they manage to disrupt George Washington's advance where?
(a) Brunswick.
(b) Bentley.
(c) Bristol.
(d) Berwick.

2. After crossing the Delaware River and arriving late, George Washington is beside himself when he realizes his forces will have to attack Trenton under what condition?
(a) In the nor'easter.
(b) After the enemy is awake and is up and about.
(c) In the nor'wester.
(d) In the daylight.

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

4. As the Americans assemble and pursue their march toward Trenton, what course does the stormy weather take?
(a) It gets worse.
(b) It clears as Americans arrive on scene.
(c) It remains steady.
(d) It eases up, but continues.

5. 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?
(a) A strong stroke is the best course against a weak opponent.
(b) A staggering approach is the best course against a weak opponent.
(c) A moderate stroke is the best course against a weak opponent.
(d) A strong defene is the best course against a weak opponent.

6. George Washington's surprise victory over the Hessians causes British commanders to lose their initiative over the course of how long?
(a) 1 week.
(b) 2 weeks.
(c) 1 month.
(d) 1 day.

7. In the chapter entitled "Hard Choices," George Washington realizes he is in a delicate spot because if he makes any mistakes, or if fortune turns against him, he risks what?
(a) Losing militarily, but not terms of government rule.
(b) Ruining the American cause.
(c) Setting the rebel cause back.
(d) Losing his plantation, Mount Vernon.

8. After George Washington's troops cross the Delaware River and head on to engage in a surprise attack on Trenton, the Americans continue in what status?
(a) Soaked, not chilled.
(b) Damp, chilled to the bone.
(c) Soaked, chilled to the bone.
(d) Dry, chilled to the bone.

9. How do the soldiers of George Washington's army feel he stands in battle against their opponents?
(a) They are unsure, but have full confidence in his leadership ability.
(b) They trust him implicitly, and have full confidence in his leadership ability.
(c) They have full confidence in his leadership, but are concerned over the enemy's strength.
(d) They trust him implicitly, but are unsure if they can hold up to the cold.

10. The title of this chapter, "The Bridge," refers to one crossing over which waterway?
(a) Matawan Creek.
(b) Delaware Creek.
(c) Assunpink Creek.
(d) Pebble Creek.

11. 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) Cresskill.
(d) Cranbury.

12. George Washington has a smaller army but a larger War Council. Washinginton's War Council has more open meetings, proposes problems for advice about how to advance rather than having already made decisions, and includes what else?
(a) Local citizens who are invited to attend and speak freely.
(b) Any officer or non-commissioned officer is invited to speak openly.
(c) Enlisted troops, but no civilians.
(d) Any soldier, unlike Charles Cornwallis' small, aristocratic circle.

13. The rebels return over the river in pursuit of the Hessians, but how large is this campaign?
(a) 1/3 smaller than the first.
(b) 2/3 smaller than the first as the Hessians are widely dispersed.
(c) Equal in size to the first.
(d) Bigger than the first.

14. How does the author describe the storm that breaks out on the day of the battle on which this book centers?
(a) A blessing in disguise.
(b) A minimal obstruction.
(c) A surmountable obstacle.
(d) Not an encumbrance.

15. When George Washington decides to march on Princeton, he orders his army to seize control of the highway where it crosses a bridge over what waterway?
(a) Pebble Brook.
(b) Stony Brook.
(c) Rocky Brook.
(d) Delaware Brook.

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. What do the Hessians do prior to the attack in "The Surprise?"

3. From a military perspective, what is George Washington concerned about in the attack at Trenton?

4. The weather deteriorates as George Washington and his troops proceed, and what type of storm blows in?

5. British commanders are highly skilled professionals who bond with one another as old boys, but are sensitive to what?

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