Quiz 1

According to the text, what is the main reason why the enemy made the middle states the seat of war?

• The middle states had more resources for the enemy to exploit

• The enemy had a better relationship with the people in the middle states

• New England was not infested with Tories, while the middle states were

• The enemy had a strategic advantage in the middle states

What does the author believe about the Tories in the text?

• They are wise and principled

• They are cowardly and self-interested

• They are essential for the success of the American cause

• They are brave and loyal to their country

What does the author think about the possibility of the enemy being merciful if they succeed?

• The author believes the enemy will be merciful and just

• The author believes the enemy will show mercy as a trick of war

• The author believes the enemy will not be a threat

• The author believes the enemy will not succeed

What is the author's opinion about the American army's retreat?

• The retreat was a sign of fear and cowardice

• The retreat was a strategic move to lure the enemy

• The retreat was unnecessary and poorly executed

• The retreat was orderly and well-performed

What does the author believe is the consequence of a successful battle next year?

• The consequence will be the end of the war

• The consequence will be the end of the enemy's power

• The consequence will be the end of the American cause

• The consequence will be the settlement of the whole situation

What does the author think about the possibility of America being happy under foreign dominion?

• The author believes America is currently happy under foreign dominion

• The author believes America should seek foreign dominion

• The author believes America will never be happy under foreign dominion

• The author believes America can be happy under foreign dominion

What is the author's view on the Tories' role in the American Revolution?

• The author believes the Tories are neutral in the conflict

• The author believes the Tories are a hindrance to the American cause

• The author believes the Tories are essential for the success of the American Revolution

• The author believes the Tories are the true patriots of America

What does the author think about the enemy's invitation to the people to deliver up their arms and receive mercy?

• The author believes the people should consider the offer

• The author believes the people should accept the offer

• The author believes it is a trick to deceive the people

• The author believes it is a genuine offer of mercy

What is the author's opinion about the American army's situation and prospects?

• The author believes the American army is not worth supporting

• The author believes the American army has a glorious prospect

• The author believes the American army is weak and hopeless

• The author believes the American army is in a dire situation

What does the author think about the possibility of America being happy under foreign dominion?

• The author believes America should seek foreign dominion

• The author believes America is currently happy under foreign dominion

• The author believes America will never be happy under foreign dominion

• The author believes America can be happy under foreign dominion