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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. The Americans intend to use their artillery pieces as shock weapons against the enemy and as what else?
2. 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?
3. The American objective following their victory over the Hessians at Trenton, regardless of ease of defense, is to entice the enemy into an assault where?
4. While the location the Americans select is their own ground, it is not what?
5. As the Americans assemble and pursue their march toward Trenton, what course does the stormy weather take?
Short Essay Questions
1. Why is the nor'easter seen as a blessing in disguise?
2. How does Charles Cornwallis conduct his decision making?
3. How does Charles Cornwallis view the American forces following their second victory at Trenton?
4. What is one of the largest problems George Washington is facing during the winter of 1776-1777?
5. What role does military intelligence play in the Battle at Trenton?
6. How does George Washington view his situation following his victory at Trenton?
7. What are some of the unexpected obstacles George Washington encounters en route to Trenton?
8. What role does the nor'easter play in the Hessian's lack of preparedness for an attack?
9. What deters George Washington from attacking Trenton when he originally plans?
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 elements comprise the Hessian army? How many Hessian troops are there? From what sources does Friedrich Wilhelm II draw his recruits and expand his army? What are considered "expendable" elements? Where do high-ranking officers within the Hessian army originate?
Essay Topic 2
Into what Forage War do the Americans force their enemy? What is the Americans' objective? How effective are the Americans in preventing the British and Hessians from foraging and maintaining their armies? How much damage are the Americans able to inflict on their enemies' efforts to continue the war in the Colonies?
Essay Topic 3
How crucial are discipline and order to the defeats and victories of each army? How do these issues come up throughout the duration of the conflict? How difficult are these lessons for the Americans to learn as they progress? How do the Americans eventually come to see the benefits?
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