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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. 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 at bay.
(c) Keep rebel patrols from finding the positions of Hessian units.
(d) Keep rebel patrols from finding the positions of British units.

2. 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 his plantation, Mount Vernon.
(b) Losing militarily, but not terms of government rule.
(c) Setting the rebel cause back.
(d) Ruining the American cause.

3. In "Hard Choices," how does the author describe the task of getting the rebel troops together for another battle following their surprise victory over the Hessians?
(a) Relatively easy, as the rebel victory has them highly motivated.
(b) Only somewhat difficult, as the rebels have pretty much recovered.
(c) Partially taxing, as the rebels are highly scattered.
(d) Difficult, as the rebels have not sufficiently recovered or rested.

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

5. 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 both ammunition and food supplies.
(b) A shortage of ammunition.
(c) A shortage of food supplies.
(d) No supply shortages.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do the Americans rate the effectiveness of their artillery in combat with the British?

2. However tough their situation, following their victory over the Hessians, the American troops are determined to have the enemy what?

3. In battles at what locations do the Americans learn important lessons about artillery?

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. What term does Benjamin Rush use to describe the mood of the American troops?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. How does Charles Cornwallis conduct his decision making?

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

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

6. What does Benjamin Rush's term "composure" indicate when describing the mood of the American rebels?

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

8. What factor does time play in the Battle for Trenton?

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

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

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