American Revolution: Key Battles

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Where was the Battle of Bunker Hill (Breed's Hill) fought? Options: New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington D.C.

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Boston

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What was the outcome of the Battle of Trenton?

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Patriot victory and huge morale boost

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Who trained American soldiers during the American Revolution and turned the Continental army into a finely tuned fighting force?

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Baron Friedrich von Steuben

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Who served under George Washington in the American Revolution and brought a group of well-trained soldiers as well as donated $200,000 to help the cause?

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Marquis de Lafayette

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Where did Washington's army set camp during the winter of 1777-1778, where they suffered greatly from a lack of resources?

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Valley Forge

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What was the historical significance of the Battle of Saratoga?

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The Patriot victory convinced France to commit support the colonies

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What was the last major battle of the American Revolution?

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Battle of Yorktown

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What was the historical significance of the Battle of Yorktown?

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Prompted the British government to negotiate an end to the war.

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Who was the commander of the Continental Army?

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George Washington

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What was the main reason for the harsh conditions faced by Washington's army at Valley Forge?

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Severe weather and lack of supplies