American Revolution

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

• supply shortages

• weak commander

• unfamiliar territory

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

• poor leadership

• understaffed army

• not enough supplies

• 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 blamed Great Britain for their enslavement.

• They hoped independence would lead to an end to slavery.

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

• Slavery was abolished throughout the colonies.

• Several colonies began to take steps to end slavery.

• African Americans who fought were given their freedom.

• African Americans were respected and their brave acts rewarded

What caused the American defeat in Brooklyn, NY, in August 1776?

• weak leadership

• unmotivated troops

• undisciplined enemy

• inexperienced soldiers

General Washington read to his soldiers, "The summer soldier and the sunshine patriot will, in crisis, shrink form the service of their country." Which world describes the "summer soldier and sunshine patriot"?

• traitors

• fighters

• quitters

• optimists

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 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 ally after the victory at Saratoga?

• France

• Canada

• Mexico

• Germany

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 independence