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During the invasion of Russia, what did the Russians do to hinder Napoleon's army?
During the invasion of Russia, what did the Russians do to hinder Napoleon's army?
- They surrendered and joined forces with Napoleon
- They retreated and destroyed everything that could be of use to the French (correct)
- They provided food and shelter to Napoleon's troops
- They launched a surprise attack on Napoleon's army
Why did Napoleon turn back toward home after reaching Moscow?
Why did Napoleon turn back toward home after reaching Moscow?
- He received news of an impending attack on France
- He was defeated in a battle by the Russian troops
- He realized he had underestimated the size of the Russian army
- He found Moscow burning and there was no food or shelter for his troops (correct)
What happened to the soldiers of Napoleon's Grand Army during the Russian winter?
What happened to the soldiers of Napoleon's Grand Army during the Russian winter?
- They were well-prepared and survived the harsh conditions
- They were provided with warm clothing by the Russian troops
- They successfully retreated back to France without any casualties
- They ran out of supplies and many died of disease and the bitter cold (correct)
Which countries were part of the anti-Napoleonic forces that drove Napoleon's forces back to France?
Which countries were part of the anti-Napoleonic forces that drove Napoleon's forces back to France?
What was the outcome of the invasion of Russia for Napoleon's forces?
What was the outcome of the invasion of Russia for Napoleon's forces?
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