American Revolution Flashcard

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Which of the following is true about Americans' support for the Revolution?

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Most Americans were either Patriots or were neutral.

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How did George Washington help the Patriots in the war?

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He organized and commanded the army.

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What was Britain's northern strategy?

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cut off New England from the other states.

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The British force that traveled south from Canada toward Albany, New York was led by

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John Burgoyne.

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What was the significance of the Battles of Saratoga?

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helped convince some European nations to help the Americans.

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Explain why some African Americans were Loyalists while others were Patriots during the American Revolution.

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Some sought freedom promised by the British, while others believed in the American cause.