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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The author stipulates which two battles as having a profound effect on the British conduct of the war?
(a) Trenton, Brunswick.
(b) Newark, Princeton.
(c) Princeton, Brunswick.
(d) Princeton, Trenton.

2. 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.

3. The Hessian officers are angry about their defeat in the surprise victory by the rebels, and they want what?
(a) They are out for revenge on the Americans.
(b) They want an initial asault by the British with a Hessian mop up later.
(c) They want to retaliate, but have no means.
(d) They merely want to return to Europe.

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

5. Ultimately, the American artillery overpowers the Hessian guns, and the enemy does what when this happens in "The Surprise" battle?
(a) Put up a final stand.
(b) Begin to flee their posts.
(c) Overrun the Americans on horseback.
(d) Begin to regroup in their positions.

6. Whatever happens, George Washington is adamant that he will strike against the enemy when?
(a) That day.
(b) Before midnight.
(c) By nightfall.
(d) By noon.

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

8. The night after the battle at the bridge where rebels win their second victory, Charles Cornwallis' men keep tabs on the Americans, the objective being to watch the enemy and do what?
(a) Keep rebel patrols from finding the positions of British and Hessian units.
(b) Keep rebel patrols from finding the positions of Hessian units.
(c) Keep rebel patrols at bay.
(d) Keep rebel patrols from finding the positions of British units.

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

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

11. How does the artillery affect the mobility of the American army during their march toward Trenton?
(a) Imposes a major impediment.
(b) Provides relative maneuverability.
(c) Presents only a moderate hindrance.
(d) They maintain a rapid speed.

12. In "Hard Choices," the enemy is moving to the east side of what state?
(a) Delaware.
(b) Pennsylvania.
(c) New York.
(d) New Jersey.

13. At the conclusion of the chapter entitled "The Surprise," the author notes the Hessians are simply tired by the end of the day, and the Americans are far too driven to accept another defeat for what reason?
(a) The Americans have lost too much already.
(b) The Americans are tired of losing.
(c) The Americans are led by George Washington.
(d) The Americans are fighting for their freedom.

14. The American objective following their victory over the Hessians at Trenton, regardless of ease of defense, is to entice the enemy into an assault where?
(a) In the open American countryside.
(b) Off the American coast.
(c) On the Americans' turf.
(d) In an American city.

15. The American soldiers' determination truly shines through during this whole campaign, and as the author mentions, George Washington's own determination plays what role in their success?
(a) A moderate role.
(b) An unnecessary role.
(c) A big role.
(d) A minimal role.

Short Answer Questions

1. The rebels return over the river in pursuit of the Hessians, but how large is this campaign?

2. 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?

3. According to the author, of what are the Americans in awe regarding their opponents in combat?

4. As the weather worsens, the Americans do not make their return crossing over the river in pursuit of the Hessians until when?

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

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