Studies Weekly 17

Front

What famous battle on Dec. 25, 1776 involved the Hessians?

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The Battle of Trenton

Front

What phrase from Thomas Paine was inspirational during the crossing of the Deleware?

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The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph.

Front

Why was the attack on Trenton such a big surprise?

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Because it was Christmas Day

Front

Did the Hessians win the battle at Trenton?

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false

Front

Why did the Patriots lose the Battle of Bunker Hill?

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They ran out ammunition

Front

After a short fight against General Cornwallis, Princeton was also under Washington's control.

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True

Front

What victory helped persuade the French to join the Patriot cause?

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Victory at Saratoga

Front

Which victory made Cornwallis's army unable to invade North Carolina?

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Victory at Kings Mountain

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Cornwallis surrendered on October 19, 1781. His defeat meant that the entire British army was beaten. What battle did this happen at?

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Yorktown

Front

A professional soldier hired to serve in a foreign country is a _____

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Mercenary