Unit 4: The American Revolution

Front

Which was a British advantage to start the War for Independence? Options: Loyalists were most of the population in America, The strongest navy in the world, Knowledge of the land, Support from France and Spain

Back

The strongest navy in the world

Front

What did Virginia's royal governor, Lord Dunmore, promise during the American Revolution?

Back

Freedom to any enslaved person who joined the British cause

Front

The Continental Congress invited soldiers to enlist for _ years, but most soldiers enlisted for only 1 year.

Back

3

Front

What is Deborah Sampson known for during the War for Independence?

Back

Joining as a soldier by disguising herself as a man

Front

What city became a Loyalist stronghold after the Battle of Long Island?

Back

New York City

Front

What river did Washington and his soldiers cross on Christmas night to surprise the Hessians at Trenton?

Back

Delaware River

Front

At which battle did Horatio Gates block and surround the British army, which had to surrender? Options: Battle of Concord, Battle of Bunker Hill, Battle of Savannah, Battle of Saratoga

Back

Battle of Saratoga

Front

Who became a traitor because he sold military information to the British?

Back

Benedict Arnold

Front

What nation declared war on Great Britain but did not form an alliance with the United States? Options: Poland, Spain, France, Italy

Back

Spain

Front

What man from Poland led the Continental Army's cavalry until his death at Savannah?

Back

Casimir Pulaski