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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. 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?
(a) The entire time.
(b) Never.
(c) Several times.
(d) Frequently.

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?
(a) Trenton.
(b) Taylortown.
(c) Teterboro.
(d) Tennent.

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

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

5. In "Hard Choices," the author notes one of the biggest problems facing George Washington's army is recruiting new troops as many soldiers are reaching the end of their term and planning to do what?
(a) Leave to go home and continue farming.
(b) Leave to go home.
(c) Leave to serve in the navy.
(d) Leave to go home or serve in the navy.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. As the Americans march toward Princeton, the odds have changed and they now outnumber the British by what ratio?

3. In "Hard Choices," the author indicates that it is important to note George Washington's style of leadership when his war council convenes, that he presents a promising proposal as what?

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

5. What item of intelligence that the Hessians receive proves false in the battle Mr. Fischer details in "The Surprise?"

Short Essay Questions

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

2. To what is the title of the chapter called "Good Ground" a reference?

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

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

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

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

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

8. What approach does George Washington take to decision making?

9. What role does the nor'easter play in the Hessian's lack of preparedness for an attack?

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

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