What ultimately triggered the American Revolutionary War?
Correct answer(s):
- The battles of Lexington and Concord
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History
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What was the attitude of the colonists toward British troops before the battles?
Correct answer(s):
- Resentment and suspicion
Which event signaled the start of armed conflict in the American Revolution?
Correct answer(s):
- Battles of Lexington and Concord
What was the immediate aftermath for the British troops after the battles?
Correct answer(s):
- They suffered heavy losses during the retreat
What was a key element of colonial militia tactics during the battles?
Correct answer(s):
- Flexibility and mobility
Which of the following was a consequence of the battles?
Correct answer(s):
- The Continental Congress gained more authority
What did the colonial leaders hope to achieve through the battles?
Correct answer(s):
- Greater independence
Who was the commanding general of the American forces at Yorktown?
Correct answer(s):
- George Washington
What year did the Battle of Yorktown take place?
Correct answer(s):
- 1781
What was one of the major advantages the American forces had at Saratoga?
Correct answer(s):
- Knowledge of the terrain
How did American forces respond to Burgoyne’s advances?
Correct answer(s):
- By engaging in strategic battles
What did Burgoyne’s surrender signify to the world?
Correct answer(s):
- The potential for American Independence
What was one reason the French were hesitant to ally with the Americans before Saratoga?
Correct answer(s):
- Uncertainty about American success
Who were the “Green Mountain Boys” and what role did they play?
Correct answer(s):
- A militia that fought for the Americans
What did the American victory at Saratoga demonstrate about colonial forces?
Correct answer(s):
- They were capable of defeating a major power
How did the victory at Saratoga influence the French decision to support the Americans?
Correct answer(s):
- It demonstrated American military capability
Which European nation was most interested in the outcome of the Battle of Saratoga?
Correct answer(s):
- France
What was one of the main reasons for American unity during the Saratoga campaign?
Correct answer(s):
- A common enemy
What did the British hope to achieve by capturing Albany during the campaign?
Correct answer(s):
- Control of the Hudson River
Which military innovation played a role in the American victory at Saratoga?
Correct answer(s):
- Improved artillery techniques