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Multiple Choice Questions

1. The battle at "The Bridge," about which this chapter is entitled, proves a victory for whom?
(a) The Hessians.
(b) The Americans.
(c) The British and Hessians.
(d) The British.

2. What do the Hessians do prior to the attack in "The Surprise?"
(a) Maintain their vigilance despite alarms.
(b) Increase the number of security guards.
(c) Cut off patrols completely after a week of false alarms.
(d) Let their guard down.

3. Although the Hessians prepare in every other way possible against an attack, what factor plays a crucial role in the events the author details in the chapter he calls "The Surprise?"
(a) The weather.
(b) The size of the American army.
(c) The speed of the attack.
(d) The time of the attack.

4. 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) Bigger than the first.
(d) Equal in size to the first.

5. What are the British and Hessian troops noted for throughout the war in the Colonies?
(a) Getting a late start to their day.
(b) Getting to sleep after midnight every day.
(c) Getting an early start to their day.
(d) Getting a start before dawn every day.

6. In addition to tired troops and inclement weather, the author notes in "Hard Choices" that George Washington also has to face what problem?
(a) A shortage of ammunition.
(b) A shortage of both ammunition and food supplies.
(c) No supply shortages.
(d) A shortage of food supplies.

7. As the Americans march toward Princeton, the odds have changed and they now outnumber the British by what ratio?
(a) Nearly 4:1.
(b) Nearly 3:1.
(c) Nearly 2:1.
(d) Nearly 5:1.

8. 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) In the nor'wester.
(c) After the enemy is awake and is up and about.
(d) In the daylight.

9. From a military perspective, what is George Washington concerned about in the attack at Trenton?
(a) A large loss of supplies and weapons in the crossing.
(b) His troops are in poor spirits.
(c) His troops are soaking wet, cold, and slow.
(d) The element of surprise has been lost.

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

11. What was George Washington's objective in seizing control of the bridge at Princeton?
(a) Stop British reinforcements from arriving.
(b) Keep the British troops from fleeing.
(c) Keep the British troops from fleeing and reinforcements from arriving.
(d) Keep Charles Cornwallis and his entourage from escaping.

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) Enlisted troops, but no civilians.
(b) Any soldier, unlike Charles Cornwallis' small, aristocratic circle.
(c) Local citizens who are invited to attend and speak freely.
(d) Any officer or non-commissioned officer is invited to speak openly.

13. The American destination in reference to the title of the book is originally what?
(a) Kept secret.
(b) Known only to the officers.
(c) Princeton.
(d) Tuckahoe.

14. When do the American troops prepare to cross the Delaware River and invade Trenton?
(a) Christmas Eve.
(b) Christmas Day.
(c) New Year's Eve.
(d) St. Nicholas Day.

15. 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 end of the American cause altogether.
(b) The end of the rebel assault for months to come.
(c) The loss of significant amounts of American supplies.
(d) The flight of the rebel army.

Short Answer Questions

1. American artillery stands a chance of doing what to a formation of highly trained British and German Regulars?

2. Intelligence has what to do with the Americans' success in "The Surprise" battle and the Hessian's failure?

3. 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?

4. 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?

5. The victory of the Americans in their surprise attack on the Hessians that Mr. Fischer relates in "The Surprise" does what to the British view?

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