American Revolution

Which of these was a weakness of the Continental army at the start of the war?

• weak commander
• long travel distances 
• supply shortages 

At the start of the war, what was a weakness of the British troops?

• understaffed army
• poor leadership
• poorly trained soldiers

Why did African Americans join the Continental army?

• They had excellent military skills.
• They were generously paid to join the army.
• They hoped independence would lead to an end of slavery. 

Which of these was an effect of African Americans helping the cause of independence?

• Several colonies began to take steps to end slavery.
• Slavery was abolished throughout the colonies.
• African Americans who fought were given their freedom.
• African Americans were respected and their brave acts rewarded.

What caused the American defeat in Brooklyn, New York, in August 1776?

• weak leadership
• unmotivated troops
• undisciplined enemy
• inexperienced soldiers

Which statement describes Washington’s military strategy after 1776?

• to fight a defensive war and tire the British out
• to defeat the British in one large battle
• to avoid battles with the British

Which of these was an effect of the American victory at Saratoga?

• British troops gained confidence.
• European countries came to the aid of America. 
• General Burgoyne resigned his post.
• Great Britain withdrew from Canada.

Which of these nations became an American ally after the victory at Saratoga?

• France
• Canada
• Germany
• Great Britain

Why did many of the British people not support the war?

• The king was unpopular.
• They planned to move to America.
• The cost to taxpayers was too high.

What was the result of the American victories at Trenton and Princeton?

• The Hessians joined the American side.
• It showed that the Americans could defeat the British.