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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The American soldiers' determination truly shines through during this whole campaign, and as the author mentions, George Washington's own determination plays what role in their success?
(a) A big role.
(b) A moderate role.
(c) A minimal role.
(d) An unnecessary role.

2. In "The Surprise," time is still of the essence for the Americans in this historical battle for what reason?
(a) They must attack quickly, or they are in grave danger of losing the battle.
(b) They must attack slowly and methodically, or they may lose too many men.
(c) They must complete the battle by nightfall, or the Hessians will regroup.
(d) They have limited ammunition.

3. Admiral Lord Richard and General William Howe are stationed in the Colonies by whose orders?
(a) The British House of Commons.
(b) The British King.
(c) The British Secretary of War.
(d) The British Parliment.

4. While he hates war passionately, Paine believes it is the lesser of two evils, the worse being what?
(a) Having to live under British tyranny.
(b) Having to live under Hessian tyranny.
(c) Having to live under socialism.
(d) Having to live under French tyranny.

5. Intelligence has what to do with the Americans' success in "The Surprise" battle and the Hessian's failure?
(a) A great deal.
(b) Significant only in the Americans' success.
(c) A minimal influence.
(d) Significant only in the Hessian's failure.

Short Answer Questions

1. The Americans' surprise victory over the Hessians causes British commanders to also lose control of what?

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

3. How does the artillery affect the mobility of the American army during their march toward Trenton?

4. In what battle do the Americans lose New York to their enemy?

5. What is Thomas Paine's intention in publishing his second pamphlet?

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