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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. In battles at what locations do the Americans learn important lessons about artillery?
(a) Concord and Boston.
(b) Boston and Baltimore.
(c) Boston and New York.
(d) Baltimore and New York.

2. In "Hard Choices," what is one of Washington's concerns?
(a) That the Americans would never be able to surprise the enemy again.
(b) If the Americans would incur a second significant victory.
(c) If the Americans could maintain continuous support.
(d) That the Americans would have to fight again on a frozen field.

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) Only somewhat difficult, as the rebels have pretty much recovered.
(b) Difficult, as the rebels have not sufficiently recovered or rested.
(c) Partially taxing, as the rebels are highly scattered.
(d) Relatively easy, as the rebel victory has them highly motivated.

4. How many of George Washington's troops are lost to the Delaware River during the Americans' crossing?
(a) Over 25 troops.
(b) Not one.
(c) Nearly 40 troops.
(d) Only a handful.

5. British commanders are highly skilled professionals who bond with one another as old boys, but are sensitive to what?
(a) Rank and privilege.
(b) Wealth and competence.
(c) Education and rank.
(d) Wealth and title.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Due to their delay from bad weather, George Washington puts their attack time at about what hour?

3. In "Hard Choices," the enemy is moving to the east side of what state?

4. 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?

5. Just one week before the Hessian loss in George Washington's surprise attack, many British leaders believe what?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

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

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

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

6. How does the initial assault on Trenton fare for the Americans?

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

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

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

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

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