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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Bridge.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. In what month of 1776 do the Americans lose the Battle of Long Island?
(a) June.
(b) July.
(c) Early September.
(d) August.
2. Although the Hessians prepare in every other way possible against an attack, what factor plays a crucial role in the events the author details in the chapter he calls "The Surprise?"
(a) The size of the American army.
(b) The speed of the attack.
(c) The weather.
(d) The time of the attack.
3. The weather deteriorates as George Washington and his troops proceed, and what type of storm blows in?
(a) Nor'wester.
(b) Typhoon.
(c) Nor'easter.
(d) Hurricane.
4. At the conclusion of the chapter entitled "The Surprise," the author notes the Hessians are simply tired by the end of the day, and the Americans are far too driven to accept another defeat for what reason?
(a) The Americans are tired of losing.
(b) The Americans have lost too much already.
(c) The Americans are led by George Washington.
(d) The Americans are fighting for their freedom.
5. Why do the British opt not to hire the Hessian army to serve in the Colonies long before the American Revolution?
(a) They are too costly.
(b) They are not trustworthy.
(c) They are not sufficiently skilled.
(d) They do not speak their language.
Short Answer Questions
1. From a military perspective, what is George Washington concerned about in the attack at Trenton?
2. In the chapter entitled "The Crisis," the author notes people already use the title "his Excellency" when speaking to George Washington, but identifies what other term as having a very different tone to it?
3. What factor plays a significant role in British military training?
4. "Washington's Crossing" details each battle fought from Brooklyn, Long Island, Manhattan, Fort Lee, Trenton, and ultimately where?
5. The Americans' surprise victory over the Hessians causes British commanders to also lose control of what?
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