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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

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

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

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

4. 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) 1 day.
(c) 1 month.
(d) 2 weeks.

5. Intelligence has what to do with the Americans' success in "The Surprise" battle and the Hessian's failure?
(a) Significant only in the Hessian's failure.
(b) Significant only in the Americans' success.
(c) A minimal influence.
(d) A great deal.

Short Answer Questions

1. How often during the operation to which the title of the book refers (i.e., Washington's Crossing,) does George Washington believe his forces are unable to win?

2. 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?

3. How do Cornwallis' troops come to feel in comparison with their commanders?

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

5. 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?

Short Essay Questions

1. What style of leadership is beginning to emerge on George Washington's part?

2. How does Charles Cornwallis view the American forces following their second victory at Trenton?

3. What are some of the unexpected obstacles George Washington encounters en route to Trenton?

4. Why is the bridge at Assunpink Creek crucial for the Americans to protect?

5. Why is the nor'easter seen as a blessing in disguise?

6. What role does military intelligence play in the Battle at Trenton?

7. How successful are the rebels in crossing the Delaware River?

8. What deters George Washington from attacking Trenton when he originally plans?

9. How does George Washington view his situation following his victory at Trenton?

10. What are some of the problems the Americans face as they pursue the enemy eastward across New Jersey?

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