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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. Between the troops, weapons, and supplies they need to get across the Delaware River prior to the attack, how far behind does traveling in the storm put the Americans?

2. George Washington holds firmly to his resolve, which the author points out is one of the reasons the general's men regard him how?

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

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

5. After crossing the Delaware River and arriving late, George Washington is beside himself when he realizes his forces will have to attack Trenton under what condition?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Charles Cornwallis conduct his decision making?

2. What is the outcome when the British attempt to defend Princeton?

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

4. How does the initial assault on Trenton fare for the Americans?

5. How hasd the British view of the military situation in America change since the Hessian defeat at Trenton on Christmas Eve day, 1776?

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

7. What effect do the Battles at Trenton and Princeton have upon the British?

8. Why is the nor'easter seen as a blessing in disguise?

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The Hessians are legendary for their discipline as well as courage and obedience. How does discipline in the Hessian army differ from that in the British military? How much more or less strict is Hessian discipline? What use do they make of corporal punishment? How far does punishment for a soldier that misbehaves extend?

Essay Topic 2

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?

Essay Topic 3

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?

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