Chapter 6: The American Revolution Flashcard -T

Front

The American colonies declared independence from Great Britain in July _______.

Back

1776

Front

_______ advantages during the war included a stronger military, greater wealth, and a larger population.

Back

British

Front

Was the Continental Army made up of British or Patriot forces?

Back

Patriots

Front

Privateers were

Back

merchant warships.

Front

Hit-and-run techniques are an example of guerilla warfare techniques used by the Continental Army.

Back

True

Front

The winter at __________ has terrible because of a lack of food, clothing, shelter, and supplies.

Back

Valley Forge

Front

General Cornwallis surrendered at the Battle of _________.

Back

Yorktown

Front

Choose the statement that is not an advantage of the Patriots in the war.

Back

They had an experienced army and strong navy.

Front

Choose the statement that is not a disadvantage of the Patriots in the war.

Back

They were fighting far from home.

Front

to approve officially

Back

ratify