American Revolution Test

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

• supply shortages
• weak commander
• unfamiliar territory
• long travel distances

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

• poor leadership
• understaffed army
• insufficient supplies
• poorly trained soldiers

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
• They wanted the Americans to have their independence

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

• The Hessians joined the American side

• Washington altered his war strategy to focus on small battles

• It proved that General Washington was wrong about his soldiers

• The British were forced to abandon New York and New Jersey

Why did African Americans join the Continental army?

• They had excellent military skills
• They were generously paid to join the army
• They blamed Great Britain for their enslavement
• They hoped independence would lead to an end of slavery

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

• weak leadership

• unmotivated troops

• undisciplined enemy

• inexperienced soldiers

Which statement describes Washington's military strategy after 1776?

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

• to prevent food and supplies from reaching the British

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

• British troops gained confidence

• General Burgoyne resigned his post

• Great Britain withdrew from Canada

• European countries came to the aid of America

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

• France
• Canada
• Mexico
• Germany

Which of these was a clear disadvantage for General Burgoyne in Albany, New York?

• unfamiliar territory
• not enough soldiers
• insufficient supplies
• poor communication