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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Plan of the Campaign.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In addition to size, intelligence, and energy, what additional criterion is considered when selecting the British light infantry?
(a) Hand-to-hand fighting skills.
(b) Expertise with knives and sabers.
(c) Marksmanship.
(d) Marital status.

2. In a way, General William Howe might be acknowledging what subsequent outcome of sthe Battle at Bunker Hill?
(a) The British will never concede.
(b) They will not lose with the support of the Hessians.
(c) The British are already defeated.
(d) Winning the battle means they will win the war.

3. The British military is very organized and feels training makes a significant contribution to what?
(a) Scholastic apptitude.
(b) Flag signaling.
(c) Morse Code.
(d) Preservation of order.

4. At one point, what is it that haunts General William Howe about the Battle at Bunker Hill, which is eventually won by the British?
(a) The endless supply of rebel weapons and munitions.
(b) How few officers die.
(c) The amount of bloodshed.
(d) The comparable military skills of the rebels.

5. Military training is important to the British as they feel it enforces what?
(a) Adoption of skills.
(b) Use of equipment.
(c) Understanding of bugle calls.
(d) Troop obedience.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the time of the American Revolution, which force is equal to the British army?

2. What type of concept is the British light infantry?

3. How are Admiral Lord Richard and General William Howe related?

4. Who is the best choice for Commander-in-Chief given his experience of command yet is young enough to take the field?

5. Who expands the Hessian army?

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