Washington Crossing the Delaware (website)

Why did George Washington cross the Delaware River?

• For a training exercise

• To attack a Hessian garrison in Trenton

• To visit New Jersey

• To escape from the British

How many separate river crossings were planned by Washington on Christmas night 1776?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

Who informed the British and Hessians about the potential attack on Trenton?

• A local farmer

• A British spy

• An American deserter

• A French ally

What type of boats were used to cross the Delaware River?

• Durham boats

• Steamboats

• Fishing boats

• Canoes

Who guided the boats across the Delaware River?

• British sailors

• Local fishermen

• French naval officers

• Experienced watermen from New England and Philadelphia

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

What did Washington contemplate due to the delays in crossing the river?

• Requesting reinforcements

• Canceling the attack

• Retreating

• Crossing further downstream

How wide is the Delaware River at the point where the army crossed?

• Less than 300 yards

• Less than 100 yards

• More than 400 yards

• Less than 200 yards

Who painted 'Washington Crossing the Delaware'?

• Pablo Picasso

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Vincent van Gogh

• Emanuel Leutze

What was the challenge or counter-sign used by Washington's forces?

• United We Stand

• Victory or Death

• Liberty or Death

• Freedom Forever