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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do the soldiers of George Washington's army feel he stands in battle against their opponents?
(a) They trust him implicitly, and have full confidence in his leadership ability.
(b) They have full confidence in his leadership, but are concerned over the enemy's strength.
(c) They trust him implicitly, but are unsure if they can hold up to the cold.
(d) They are unsure, but have full confidence in his leadership ability.

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 complete the battle by nightfall, or the Hessians will regroup.
(c) They have limited ammunition.
(d) They must attack slowly and methodically, or they may lose too many men.

3. After their victory in New York, the British make plans to settle down for the winter. However, what distance factor works against them in a big way?
(a) Ability to maintain effective communication and accurate intelligence.
(b) Movement of their troops and equipment has been costly.
(c) Fresh troops and supplies take a long time to reach America.
(d) Movement of their troops and equipment has been slow given the size.

4. While officers of the Hessian army all have specific beliefs, by what are these men defined?
(a) Courage and honor.
(b) Aristocracy and wealth.
(c) Honor and aristocracy.
(d) Courage and wealth.

5. What is the result of the strong demonstration in which General William Howe participates that is intended to force the Colonists back to their proper allegiance?
(a) The Boston Tea Party.
(b) The Ride of Paul Revere.
(c) The Battle of Yorktown.
(d) The Battle of Bunker Hill.

Short Answer Questions

1. 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?"

2. Where does the Americans' intelligence methodology work better than it had in New York?

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

4. After what battle has General William Howe essentially given up?

5. Ultimately, the American artillery overpowers the Hessian guns, and the enemy does what when this happens in "The Surprise" battle?

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