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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Two Councils.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the American military system prove its superiority?
(a) It displays better order and discipline.
(b) It has more extensive training.
(c) It uses superior equipment.
(d) It is simple and flexible.

2. According to the author, during the American's retreat following their defeat in New York, how do the rebels behave?
(a) In stubborn resistance when they are nearly in equal opposition.
(b) Unlike a beaten army in skirmishes along the road.
(c) In full resistance to the British and Hessians.
(d) Like a beaten army in flight.

3. In order to put the Americans down and keep them down, General William Howe feels the British will have to be what?
(a) Very resistant.
(b) Very aggressive.
(c) Very regressive.
(d) Very positive.

4. "Washington's Crossing" concerns what river?
(a) Hudson.
(b) Connecticut.
(c) Delaware.
(d) Potomac.

5. Following their confrontation in November, 1776, near the New Jersey shoreline on the Hudson River, where does General Cornwallis instruct his troops to follow the Americans?
(a) North to Boston.
(b) Clear across the state.
(c) Down to Baltimore.
(d) Back to Philadelphia.

Short Answer Questions

1. The officers of the Hessian army all believe in hierarchy, order, and what else?

2. What is one important way the Americans display their lack of training and discipline?

3. In "Good Ground," the author notes the Americans learn the British leaders are planning to strike at either Trenton or what location?

4. In the chapter entitled "Hard Choices," George Washington realizes he is in a delicate spot because if he makes any mistakes, or if fortune turns against him, he risks what?

5. As the British convene, at what pace does their training continue?

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