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Revolutionary War 1776-1777
Revolutionary War 1776-1777
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American Revolution
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1
What was an advantage for the Americans during the American Revolution?
fighting on their own land for their own cause
greater supplies of weapons and ammunition
an organized and well-trained fighting force
a larger army and dominant navy
2
The winter of 1776-1777 significant (important) because GB's Army nearly collapsed.
True
False
3
What disadvantages did the Patriots face in fighting the British?
GB's Army was backed by great wealth.
GB has a large population.
GB had the strongest army in the world.
GB's Army was very experienced in battle.
4
Hessians were ______________ mercenaries, or hired soldiers, who fought for the British.
German
Spanish
Native Americans
French
5
How did the Continental Army fare in the early battles of the war?
Lost many battles
They Surrendered
Won many battles
Forced GB to Surrender
6
George Washington was the leader of the Continental Army during the American Revolution.
False
True
7
Why did Howe’s victory in Philadelphia lead to defeat at Saratoga?
Howe's Army got sick and many died.
Howe's Army was trapped in Philadelphia.
Howe's Army could not help Gen. Burgoyne in Saratoga.
Native American's attacked Howe's Army.
8
Some African Americans took up arms to fight for the Patriots in the American Revolution.
True
False
9
Which was NOT colonial advantage in the American Revolution?
Fighting for a Great Cause
Knew the Land
Well Trained Army
Allies
10
Who were the two opposing sides in the American Revolution?
French & Colonists
English & Colonists
English & English
Germans & Colonists
11
Which Patriot was executed for spying on Great Britain?
Ben Franklin
George Washington
Nathan Hale
Benedict Arnold
12
When the British captured Philadelphia, most members of the Continental Congress were arrested.
True
False
13
What American victory helped build morale during the harsh winter of 1776?
Battle of Philadelphia
Battles of Trenton
Battle of Long Island
Battle of Saratoga
14
Battle of Saratoga, Patriots force Gen John Burgoyne to surrender.
False
True
15
What key factors led to the American victory at Saratoga
General Burgoyne being surrounded and defeated by militia.
General Howe being trapped in Philadelphia
A 2nd British Army being defeated before reaching Saratoga
Native American attacks on Gen Burgoyne's Army.
