Why did George Washington cross the Delaware River?
Washington Crossing the Delaware (website)

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5th Grade
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Hard
Sherri Roberts
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
For a training exercise
To attack a Hessian garrison in Trenton
To visit New Jersey
To escape from the British
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How many separate river crossings were planned by Washington on Christmas night 1776?
Four
Three
Two
One
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who informed the British and Hessians about the potential attack on Trenton?
A local farmer
A British spy
An American deserter
A French ally
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What type of boats were used to cross the Delaware River?
Durham boats
Steamboats
Fishing boats
Canoes
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who guided the boats across the Delaware River?
British sailors
Local fishermen
French naval officers
Experienced watermen from New England and Philadelphia
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What weather conditions did Washington's army face during the crossing?
Clear skies
Light rain
Foggy with mild winds
Freezing rain, snow, and strong winds
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What did Washington contemplate due to the delays in crossing the river?
Requesting reinforcements
Canceling the attack
Retreating
Crossing further downstream
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