SS CHAPTER 6: Lesson 3 Review

Front

What advantage did the Continental army have over the British army during the Revolutionary War?

Back

The colonists had more to fight for because they wanted freedom.

Front

What was a disadvantage of the Continental army?

Back

They did not have well-trained soldiers

Front

All of the following are advantages of the British army EXCEPT: well-trained soldiers, help from American Indians, supplies and money, fighting for freedom

Back

fighting for freedom

Front

Which of the following defines Hessians?

Back

German soldiers hired to fight in the British army

Front

Which army had American Indian support during the Revolutionary War?

Back

Both armies

Front

Which event started the Siege of Boston? Options: The British army blocked the Boston Harbor, The Continental army trapped Britain in New York, The British army marched towards the Continental army, The Continental army defeated the German Hessians

Back

The British army blocked the Boston Harbor

Front

What happened when George Washington's men opened cannon fire on the British during the Siege of Boston?

Back

The British army retreated and left Boston

Front

Which of the following was the FIRST major land battle of the Revolutionary War? Battle of Bunker Hill, Battle of Saratoga, Battle of Long Island, Battle of Trenton

Back

Battle of Long Island

Front

What city was the Continental army trying to defend from the British during the Battle of Long Island?

Back

New York City

Front

What was the outcome of the Battle of Long Island?

Back

British troops were able to force the Continental army out of New York.