Question

what action did alexander and his friends take during the attack on new york city? they surrendered to the british they took prisoners they retreated they stole british cannons

Explanation:

Based on historical knowledge of attacks on New - York City, one would determine the correct action among the given options. Without additional context, we assume the answer is based on well - known historical events.

Answer:

No correct option provided as the question doesn't give enough information about which attack on New York City it refers to and which Alexander is meant. However, if we assume a common historical reference and the options are the only ones available, more research on the specific event is needed to accurately answer.