Studies Weekly Setbacks and Seiges of the War

​American Revolution Part 2 (contiued)

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Multiple Choice

According to Washington, what were the conditions like at Valley Forge?

• The soldiers had plenty of food but were unhappy about the cold weather.

• The army was well supplied with clothing and meat, but soldiers often complained about boredom.

• The soldiers were starving, poorly clothed, and suffering almost to the point of rebellion.

• The camp was peaceful and comfortable, allowing soldiers to rest and recover after battle.

Open Ended

In 1778, fighting in the New England Colonies ended in a stalemate. What does the word stalemate mean in this passage?

Multiple Choice

Which short constructed response BEST explains the main idea of the passage?

• Patriot victories affected the British because they had battles in several places. The text says there were battles at different places.

• The main idea of the article is patriot victories in the South made the British afraid. At Guilford Courthouse, the British won with very few casualties, which shows they were losing strength.

• The main idea of the article is patriot victories in the southern colonies affected the British by forcing them to retreat and move toward Virginia. The article states that after suffering heavy casualties at Guilford Courthouse, Cornwallis marched into Virginia and fortified his position.

• The Patriot victories had a big effect. Kings Mountain and Cowpens were important battles.

Multiple Choice

What action helped trap the British army at Yorktown and lead to the American victory?

• The British navy brought reinforcements through the Chesapeake Bay.

• French ships blocked British supply lines, preventing escape and support.

• Cornwallis divided his army and marched into South Carolina.

• Washington ordered the Continental Army to retreat to New York.

Multiple Choice

How did the cooperation between American and French forces contribute to victory?

• The Americans trained the French soldiers to fight better.

• The French fleet and American troops cut off all British escape routes.

• The Americans built a fort for the French navy to use.

• The French convinced Cornwallis to move to Philadelphia.

Multiple Choice

Why was the surrender at Yorktown an important moment in American history?

• It allowed the British to rebuild their army in Virginia.

• It marked the beginning of the French Revolution.

• It symbolized American independence from Great Britain.

• It encouraged Spain to join the British side.