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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. However tough their situation, following their victory over the Hessians, the American troops are determined to have the enemy what?
2. How does the artillery affect the mobility of the American army during their march toward Trenton?
3. George Washington's surprise victory over the Hessians causes British commanders to lose their initiative over the course of how long?
4. When "The Surprise" battle is over, the Americans have won a decisive victory and the Hessians do what?
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. How does the initial assault on Trenton fare for the Americans?
2. What is George Washington's fear as his troops march toward Trenton?
3. What does Benjamin Rush's term "composure" indicate when describing the mood of the American rebels?
4. Although the British catch sight of the American army approaching, what do the rebels retain?
5. What deters George Washington from attacking Trenton when he originally plans?
6. How successful are the rebels in crossing the Delaware River?
7. What factor does time play in the Battle for Trenton?
8. To what is the title of the chapter called "Good Ground" a reference?
9. How hasd the British view of the military situation in America change since the Hessian defeat at Trenton on Christmas Eve day, 1776?
10. What approach does George Washington take to decision making?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
While not everyone's first choice as the commander-in-chief of the American army, why is Washington the best selection? What experience does Washington have as a commander? What is Washington's age and health at this time? What other factors come into play making Washington the optimum selection?
Essay Topic 2
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?
Essay Topic 3
What delays the Americans from crossing the Delaware River and making a surprise attack at Trenton on Christmas Day of 1776? What is a nor'easter? What specific effects does it have on the Americans' advance toward Trenton? How does it affect their crossing the Delaware River? How does George Washington continue? How late are the Americans from their intended arrival? How does it affect their surprise attack?
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