December 26, 1776 saw the Battle of Trenton in what was then the American colonies. Which statement explains why Washington was victorious?
- The English and Hessian troops did not think the Americans could move during freezing cold weather.
- The English and Hessian troops thought that the Americans would not attack during Christmas.
- The Hessian and British troops were so ill from the cold that they could not defend themselves.
- A terrible hurricane kept the British and Hessian troops from recon patrols.
Answer
The correct answer is A) The English and Hessian troops did not think the Americans could move during freezing cold weather..
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