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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. American artillery stands a chance of doing what to a formation of highly trained British and German Regulars?
(a) Significantly harming them.
(b) Breaking them.
(c) Barely intimidating them.
(d) Moderately damaging them.

2. 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, chilled to the bone.
(b) Damp, chilled to the bone.
(c) Soaked, not chilled.
(d) Dry, chilled to the bone.

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

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

5. 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.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is the American rebels' attitude following their crossing the Delaware River and heading on toward Trenton?

3. Following their victory in the surprise attack against the Hessians, the Americans share a spirit that the author describes as what?

4. When do the American troops prepare to cross the Delaware River and invade Trenton?

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

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What role does the determination of the Americans play in their success?

3. How does Charles Cornwallis conduct his decision making?

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

5. What is George Washington's fear as his troops march toward Trenton?

6. What is one of the largest problems George Washington is facing during the winter of 1776-1777?

7. What effect do the Battles at Trenton and Princeton have upon the British?

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

9. How hasd the British view of the military situation in America change since the Hessian defeat at Trenton on Christmas Eve day, 1776?

10. Although the British catch sight of the American army approaching, what do the rebels retain?

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