The Battles of Trenton and Princeton Flashcards
(24 cards)
What year did the Battles of Trenton and Princeton take place?
1776
Who was the commander of the Continental Army during the Battles of Trenton and Princeton?
George Washington
True or False: The Battle of Trenton was fought on Christmas Day.
True
What river did George Washington famously cross before the Battle of Trenton?
The Delaware River
Fill in the blank: The surprise attack at Trenton was primarily against which group of soldiers?
Hessian soldiers
Which battle followed the Battle of Trenton?
Princeton
What was the outcome of the Battle of Trenton?
American victory
What date did the Battle of Princeton occur?
January 3, 1777
True or False: The Battles of Trenton and Princeton were significant in boosting American morale.
True
Who was the British commander at the Battle of Princeton?
Lord Cornwallis
Fill in the blank: The success at Princeton helped to rally support for the __________ cause.
Patriot
What tactic did Washington use to achieve victory at both battles?
Surprise attacks
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a result of the Battles of Trenton and Princeton? A) Loss of support for the revolution B) Increased enlistment in the Continental Army C) British dominance
B) Increased enlistment in the Continental Army
Short Answer: What was the primary strategy employed by Washington during the battles?
To use surprise and mobility
True or False: The Battles of Trenton and Princeton were fought in the winter.
True
What was the main reason for Washington’s attack at Trenton?
To capitalize on the element of surprise and boost morale
Fill in the blank: After the victories at Trenton and Princeton, Washington’s troops were better __________.
motivated
Multiple Choice: Which army did the Hessians fight for? A) American B) British C) French
B) British
What did the British forces underestimate in the Battles of Trenton and Princeton?
The resolve and strategy of the Continental Army
Short Answer: What was a key factor in the American victory at Princeton?
Effective leadership and tactical maneuvering
True or False: The Battles of Trenton and Princeton were part of the larger Revolutionary War.
True
What was the significance of the Battles of Trenton and Princeton for the Continental Army?
They marked a turning point in the war by boosting morale and support.
Fill in the blank: Washington’s army crossed the Delaware on the night of __________.
December 25, 1776
Multiple Choice: What was one of the main consequences of the American victories? A) Loss of territory B) Strengthening of British resolve C) Increased recruitment for the Continental Army
C) Increased recruitment for the Continental Army
