Fighting for Independence

The Continental Army was very prepared to fight in the Revolutionary War.

• True

• False

The British Army was prepared to fight, but had trouble because they were so far away from their country.

• True

• False

Many soldiers left after their losses at the Battle of Long Island.

• True

• False

George Washington led a surprise attack against the Hessians and gave American soldiers hope.

• True

• False

The British Army went to Albany and cut off the New England colonies from the rest of the colonies.

• True

• False

The Continental Army had plenty of supplies during the winter at Valley Forge.

• True

• False

The Continental Army got help from French and German soldiers, making them stronger against the British.

• True

• False

During the American Revolution, Spain also declared war on Great Britain and helped the Continental Army.

• True

• False