Key Battles of the American Revolution

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What was the first battle of the American Revolution?

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Battles of Lexington and Concord

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Which battle is known as the turning point of the American Revolution?

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Battle of Saratoga

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Who surrendered to the American and French forces at the Battle of Yorktown?

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General Cornwallis

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Which event marked the end of major fighting in the American Revolution?

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Battle of Yorktown

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Why were the Battles of Lexington and Concord important to the American Revolution?

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They were the first battles and showed colonists would fight for their rights.

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How did the American victory at Saratoga affect the outcome of the war?

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It convinced France to help the Americans

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What was one reason the British were defeated at Yorktown?

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The French navy blocked the British escape by sea

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Explain how the Battles of Lexington and Concord influenced the start of the American Revolution.

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They showed that colonists were willing to fight for independence, starting the war.

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Imagine you are a British general after the Battle of Saratoga. What might you do differently to avoid losing support from other countries?

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Try to win more battles quickly to show strength.

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Using what you know about the Battle of Yorktown, explain why cooperation between the American and French forces was important for victory.

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The French navy helped trap the British, making surrender possible.