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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. In "The Surprise," time is still of the essence for the Americans in this historical battle for what reason?
2. British commanders are highly skilled professionals who bond with one another as old boys, but are sensitive to what?
3. How does the author describe the storm that breaks out on the day of the battle on which this book centers?
4. What do the Hessians do prior to the attack in "The Surprise?"
5. In "Hard Choices," the author notes one of the biggest problems facing George Washington's army is recruiting new troops as many soldiers are reaching the end of their term and planning to do what?
Short Essay Questions
1. How does the initial assault on Trenton fare for the Americans?
2. How does George Washington plan to use his artillery in his attack on Trenton?
3. What is one of the largest problems George Washington is facing during the winter of 1776-1777?
4. How does Charles Cornwallis conduct his decision making?
5. What role does the determination of the Americans play in their success?
6. How hasd the British view of the military situation in America change since the Hessian defeat at Trenton on Christmas Eve day, 1776?
7. What style of leadership is beginning to emerge on George Washington's part?
8. How does Charles Cornwallis view the American forces following their second victory at Trenton?
9. What role does the nor'easter play in the Hessian's lack of preparedness for an attack?
10. To what is the title of the chapter called "Good Ground" a reference?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Why is the battle at the bridge at Assunpink Creek significant? Where is it situated? What is it the Americans' hope to accomplish there? What is it their opponents seek to do there? What do the Americans do to achieve success? How costly is this battle?
Essay Topic 2
How do the Americans prevail at Princeton? Of what do they maintain control that keeps the British from fleeing and reinforcements from arriving? How difficult is the battle? Where do the Americans stand following the battles at Trenton and Princeton?
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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