C

On December 22, 1775, two of Washington’s soldiers brought a prisoner to his headquarters (司令部). Washington thanked the soliders, then gave an order that the prisoner was to be left alone and that the soldiers were to shoot if the man tried to escape. But when the door was closed, Washington smiled.

The man standing in front of him was John Honeyman, one of the general’s most trusted men. In early November, Washington had given Honeyman orders to travel with the British army as a servant and to stay with it until he had something to tell. Honeyman now had important information. He described the situation in Trenton, giving the exact number and position of the troops there.Trenton was held by several companies (連隊) of Hessians(雇傭軍). The Hessians were not English soldiers.They were Germans who had been hired by the British to fight in America. According to Honeyman, the Hessians fought only for money. They had done nothing to build up their defences in Trenton. Now they were busy planning a big Christmas celebration.

Washington immediately made a daring plan. He chose Christmas Day for an attack on Trenton. At ten o’clock next morning, the attack was over. The Americans won a great victory.

64. Why did Washington smile when the door was closed?

A .Because he was glad to catch the prisoner.

B. Because the man was one of his most trusted men.

C. Because he had caught the most dangerous spy.

D. Because he knew the man very well.

65. For what did Washington send Honeyman to stay with the British army?

A. Honeyman could make peace with the Brilhish soldiers .

B. He could let Honeyman have a pleasant trip.

C. He could catch more prisoners from the British army.

D. Honeyman could get important information for American .

66 .Which countries did the war break out between?

A. America and Britain.

B. America and Germany

C.Britain and Gennany

D.Arnerica, Britain and Germany

67. What’s the reason that Washington chose Christmas Day for an attack on Trenton?

A. It could be that it was a lucky day.

B. It might be that it was the best Christmas gift for Britain.

C. It must be that after the day the enemy was to escape.

D. It could be that the enemy would enjoy their holiday but not prepare to fight.

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