Washington's Crossing Test | Final Test - Medium

David Hackett Fischer
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 175 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.

Washington's Crossing Test | Final Test - Medium

David Hackett Fischer
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 175 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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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' soldiers outnumber George Washington's rebels by what ratio?
(a) 5:1.
(b) 3:1.
(c) 2:1.
(d) 4:1.

2. In "Hard Choices," the enemy is moving to the east side of what state?
(a) Pennsylvania.
(b) New Jersey.
(c) Delaware.
(d) New York.

3. Due to their delay from bad weather, George Washington puts their attack time at about what hour?
(a) 9 a.m.
(b) Noon.
(c) 11 a.m.
(d) 7 a.m.

4. How do the soldiers of George Washington's army feel he stands in battle against their opponents?
(a) They trust him implicitly, but are unsure if they can hold up to the cold.
(b) They have full confidence in his leadership, but are concerned over the enemy's strength.
(c) They trust him implicitly, and have full confidence in his leadership ability.
(d) They are unsure, but have full confidence in his leadership ability.

5. Charles Cornwallis has a larger army but fewer members in his War Council, which he operates more like a court where he is a ruler rather than a leader, and is referred to by what term?
(a) My Superior.
(b) Your Honor.
(c) Baron.
(d) My Lord.

Short Answer Questions

1. The American destination in reference to the title of the book is originally what?

2. Whatever happens, George Washington is adamant that he will strike against the enemy when?

3. From a military perspective, what is George Washington concerned about in the attack at Trenton?

4. George Washington's surprise victory over the Hessians causes British commanders to lose their initiative over the course of how long?

5. 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?

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

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

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

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

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

8. What does George Washington view as critical to the success of his attack on Trenton?

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

10. How does George Washington plan to use his artillery in his attack on Trenton?

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