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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. How does the artillery affect the mobility of the American army during their march toward Trenton?
2. 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?
3. In "Hard Choices," the author notes one of the biggest problems facing George Washington's army is recruiting new troops as many soldiers are reaching the end of their term and planning to do what?
4. After crossing the Delaware River and arriving late, George Washington is beside himself when he realizes his forces will have to attack Trenton under what condition?
5. George Washington holds firmly to his resolve, which the author points out is one of the reasons the general's men regard him how?
Short Essay Questions
1. How does the initial assault on Trenton fare for the Americans?
2. How does Charles Cornwallis conduct his decision making?
3. What role does the nor'easter play in the Hessian's lack of preparedness for an attack?
4. What approach does George Washington take to decision making?
5. Why is the nor'easter seen as a blessing in disguise?
6. How does George Washington view his situation following his victory at Trenton?
7. What style of leadership is beginning to emerge on George Washington's part?
8. How successful are the rebels in crossing the Delaware River?
9. What effect do the Battles at Trenton and Princeton have upon the British?
10. What role does military intelligence play in the Battle at Trenton?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
What delays the Americans from crossing the Delaware River and making a surprise attack at Trenton on Christmas Day of 1776? What is a nor'easter? What specific effects does it have on the Americans' advance toward Trenton? How does it affect their crossing the Delaware River? How does George Washington continue? How late are the Americans from their intended arrival? How does it affect their surprise attack?
Essay Topic 2
Into what Forage War do the Americans force their enemy? What is the Americans' objective? How effective are the Americans in preventing the British and Hessians from foraging and maintaining their armies? How much damage are the Americans able to inflict on their enemies' efforts to continue the war in the Colonies?
Essay Topic 3
Elaborate on how the British military approaches training of their elements. Why does the British military place so much emphasis on training? What two critical elements do they feel it reinforces? What emphasis does the British army place on organization? How do organization and discipline come into play as part of their training?
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