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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. From a military perspective, what is George Washington concerned about in the attack at Trenton?
2. The battle at "The Bridge," about which this chapter is entitled, proves a victory for whom?
3. In addition to tired troops and inclement weather, the author notes in "Hard Choices" that George Washington also has to face what problem?
4. The original plans are to cross the Delaware River under what circumstances?
5. 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?
Short Essay Questions
1. What are some of the problems the Americans face as they pursue the enemy eastward across New Jersey?
2. What deters George Washington from attacking Trenton when he originally plans?
3. To what is the title of the chapter called "Good Ground" a reference?
4. Although the British catch sight of the American army approaching, what do the rebels retain?
5. What effect do the Battles at Trenton and Princeton have upon the British?
6. What is one of the largest problems George Washington is facing during the winter of 1776-1777?
7. Why is the nor'easter seen as a blessing in disguise?
8. What factor does time play in the Battle for Trenton?
9. What does George Washington view as critical to the success of his attack on Trenton?
10. How successful are the rebels in crossing the Delaware River?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
What effect does the Battle of Bunker Hill have on British General William Howe? What haunts Howe? How does he come to view the British chances of winning the conflict? What does he view as necessary for the Americans to be defeated and kept down? What does Howe think the chances of the British achieving this are? What does he think the chances are for the Americans coming to see eye to eye with the British? What habits does Howe develop?
Essay Topic 2
The Americans arrive in Trenton around 7:30 a.m. Why do they still have a surprise attack? The Hessians are diligent, so what have they done to make them prone to a surprise attack? What makes the American army of volunteers with less training and discipline successful against a professional military with more of these attributes? How successful are the Americans in the execution of their attack, and what do they achieve?
Essay Topic 3
Why does the recruitment of new troops become of great concern to George Washington? How significant is the number of troops reaching their term? What are these men planning to do? What does the army offer those willing to reenlist? In addition to money, what do these men recognize about their remaining in the army?
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