Unit 1. Part 2: Battles of the Revolution

Open Ended

How do you think the outcome of the Capture of Fort Ticonderoga might have influenced the confidence and strategy of the American colonists moving forward?

Multiple Choice

Why was the Capture of Fort Ticonderoga considered a significant event in the early stages of the American Revolution?

• It was the first real victory for the colonists and boosted morale

• It ended the war immediately

• It resulted in the capture of the British king

• It led to the surrender of all British troops in America

Multiple Choice

What was the significance of the Siege of Boston during the American Revolution?

• It ended an eight-year-long occupation of Boston by the British.

• It marked the first use of submarines in warfare.

• It was the final battle of the American Revolution.

• It resulted in the capture of New York City by the Americans.

Open Ended

Explain how the outcome of the Battle of Trenton affected American morale during the Revolutionary War.

Multiple Choice

Why was the Battle of Saratoga considered a turning point in the American Revolution?

• It convinced the French to support the Americans.

• It resulted in the capture of New York City.

• It marked the end of the war.

• It led to the surrender of George Washington.

Multiple Select

Which of the following were outcomes of the Battle of Kings Mountain?

• The British suffered heavy casualties.

• Ferguson's force surrendered.

• The Americans lost control of South Carolina.

• The battle stopped British momentum in the South.

Open Ended

Explain how the tactics used by General Daniel Morgan at the Battle of Cowpens contributed to the American victory.

Multiple Choice

Who led the cavalry attack that helped trap Tarleton’s forces at the Battle of Cowpens?

• William Washington

• George Washington

• Daniel Morgan

• Banastre Tarleton

Multiple Select

Which of the following were factors that contributed to the British defeat at the Battle of Yorktown?

• The French fleet defeated the British Navy

• Cornwallis' army was resting in Yorktown

• The Americans and French attacked British redoubts

• General Cornwallis received reinforcements from New York

Open Ended

What was the impact of the Battle of Yorktown on the American Revolution?