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a) Bunker Hill was higher than the land around it.

b) The retreat had to take place across Charlestown Neck, which was narrow.

c) British forces were behind Bunker Hill at Charlestown Neck.

d) Bunker Hill was on an island.

Answer is: C) British forces were behind bunker hill in Charlestown Neck.

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