Crossing the Delaware River

What was the name of the battle that took place after Washington crossed the Delaware River?

• Battle of Trenton

• Battle of Saratoga

• Battle of Yorktown

• Battle of Bunker Hill

Who painted the picture of Washington and his troops crossing the Delaware River in 1851?

• Emanuel Leutze

• John Trumbull

• Gilbert Stuart

• Thomas Sully

On what night did Washington and his men cross the Delaware River?

• Christmas Night

• New Year's Eve

• Thanksgiving Night

• Independence Day Night

How many British soldiers were killed during the Battle of Trenton?

• 0

• 10

• 50

• 100

The outcome of the Battle of Trenton for the American Continental Army was:

• A decisive victory that boosted morale and encouraged reenlistments.

• A defeat that led to the retreat of the Continental Army.

• A stalemate with no significant impact on the war.

• A minor skirmish with little strategic importance.

Washington decided to cross the Delaware River because:

• he wanted to retreat from the British forces.

• he planned a surprise attack on the Hessian forces.

• he was exploring new territories.

• he was following orders from the British.

The weather was like when Washington crossed the Delaware River.

• Sunny and clear

• Rainy and stormy

• Snowy and freezing

• Windy and mild

The strategic significance of the Battle of Trenton was:

• It marked the end of the Revolutionary War.

• It was a turning point that boosted American morale.

• It resulted in a significant loss for the British.

• It led to the capture of New York City.

Why did Washington's Army attack sleeping soldiers in Trenton?

• Washington feared they would cross the river into New York.

• Washington needed their food and weapons for his men.

• Washington knew they were going to attack Philadelphia.

• Washington did not like the people that lived in New Jersey.

In which direction did Washington's army travel after crossing the Delaware River?

• southeast

• southwest

• northwest

• northeast