Revolutionary War

Front

After a series of defeats, ________ led a surprise attack against the Hessians on December 25, 1776 in Trenton, New Jersey.

Back

Washington

Front

In 1776, the ______________ began to give secret aid to the Americans.

Back

French

Front

The Treaty of Paris ended the Revolutionary War.

Back

True

Front

Who was the commander of the Continental Army?

Back

George Washington

Front

Why did many African Americans join British forces in the war?

Back

The British promised enslaved persons their freedom if they joined the war.

Front

What clever strategy and bold tactics did Washington use at the battle of Trenton to compensate for their disadvantages?

Back

Surprise attack to win an early battle

Front

Militia

Back

A military force that is raised from the civil population to supplement a regular army in an emergency.

Front

True or False: The Americans won the Battle of Bunker Hill.

Back

False

Front

Who was the leader of the Continental Army?

Back

George Washington

Front

What were the living conditions like at Valley Forge?

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The troops suffered from lack of food, proper clothing, shoes, and blankets.