Which of these was an effect of the American victory at Saratoga?

European countries came to the aid of America

Why did African Americans join the Continental army?

They hoped independence would lead to an end of slavery

Why did many of the British people not support the war?

The cost to taxpayers was too high.

In addition to independence, what did the Treaty of Paris give to the Americans?

land east of the Mississippi river

Which statement describes Washington's military strategy after 1776?

to fight a defensive war and tire the British out

Which of these was an effect of African Americans helping the cause of independence?

Several colonies took steps to abolish slavery

What was the result of the American victories at Trenton and Princeton?

It showed that the Americans could defeat the British

Which of these describes the progress of the war?

At first, Americans were outmatched, but then they improved

How did the American Revolution impact other parts of the world?

It encouraged other nations to fight for independence

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1
Which of these was a clear disadvantage for Gen Burgoyne in Albany, New York?
not enough soldiers
poor communication
insufficient supplies
unfamiliar territory
2
Which of these was an effect of the American victory at Saratoga?
General Burgoyne resigned his post
European countries came to the aid of America
Great Britain withdrew from Canada
British troops gained confidence
3
Why did African Americans join the Continental army?
They blamed Great Britain for their enslavement
They hoped independence would lead to an end of slavery
They had excellent military skills
They were generously paid to join the army
4
Why did many of the British people not support the war?
They planned to move to America
The king was unpopular
The cost to taxpayers was too high.
They wanted the Americans to have independence
5
Which of these was a weakness of the Continental army at the start of the war?
supply shortages
long travel distances
unfamiliar territory
weak commander
6
In "The Crisis" who are the sunshine patriot and summer soldier?
optimists
quitters
traitors
fighters
7
What caused the American defeat in Brooklyn, New York, in August 1776?
weak leadership
unmotivated troops
inexperienced soldiers
undisciplined enemy
8
In addition to independence, what did the Treaty of Paris give to the Americans?
the return of taxes paid to G.B.
land east of the Mississippi river
the right to punish the Loyalists
British land in Canada
9
Which statement describes Washington's military strategy after 1776?
to prevent food and supplies from reaching the British
to defeat the British in one large battle
to fight a defensive war and tire the British out
to avoid battles with the British
10
Which group prevented a British victory in the South?
French soldiers
Loyalists
guerrilla troops
mercenaries
11
Which of these was an effect of African Americans helping the cause of independence?
African Americans were respected and their bravery rewarded
African Americans who fought were given freedom
Slavery was abolished in the colonies
Several colonies took steps to abolish slavery
12
At the start of the war, what was a weakness of the British troops?
understaffed army
poor leadership
poorly trained soldiers
insufficient supplies
13
What was the result of the American victories at Trenton and Princeton?
The Hessians joined the American side
The British were forced to abandon New York and New Jersey.
It proved that Gen. Washington was wrong about his soldiers
It showed that the Americans could defeat the British
14
Which of these nations became an American ally after the victory at Saratoga?
Canada
Mexico
Germany
France
15
Which of these describes the progress of the war?
At first, Americans were outmatched, but then they improved
The British won every battle until the last one
Americans outnumbered British then defeated them at Yorktown
The British lost most battles against Americans
16
How did the American Revolution impact other parts of the world?
It made other nations fearful of a fight for independence
It made other nations fearful of American strength
It led to G.B. giving up other colonies
It encouraged other nations to fight for independence

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