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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The March.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The opposing forces' problems are not directly due to the Americans, but from the failing strength of the British and Hessian forces reulting from what?
(a) Being spread too thin.
(b) Running out of food.
(c) Desertion of troops.
(d) Massive iIllness being incurred.

2. After General Washington leaves New York, where do the British follow the Americans over the Hudson River ?
(a) Passaic.
(b) Palomar.
(c) Plymouth Rock.
(d) Palisades.

3. What is George Washington's only order to his men throughout their march?
(a) Maintain courage.
(b) Hold steady.
(c) Move faster.
(d) Press on.

4. George Washington holds firmly to his resolve, which the author points out is one of the reasons the general's men regard him how?
(a) Fear him.
(b) Love him.
(c) Follow him.
(d) Stand by him.

5. What happens in December, 1776, that changes the course of the war?
(a) The Hessians quit.
(b) Weather changes for the better.
(c) The British run out of munitions.
(d) Weather changes for the worse.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the British militia instruct beyond a general attitude?

2. Where does General William Howe become part of a strong demonstration intended to force the Colonists back to their proper allegiance?

3. What do the British intend to do following their confrontation with the Americans on the New Jersey shoreline of the Hudson River?

4. Who does not allow the Hessians the rest they request?

5. According to the author, during the American's retreat following their defeat in New York, how do the rebels behave?

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