Revolutionary War Review Boss Battle 1

Which of the following was NOT an advantage of the British?

• supported by the wealth of their large empire

• help of mercenaries and loyalists

• fighting for their independence

• strongest navy in the world

• well-trained army

Which of the following was NOT an advantage of the Patriots?

• fighting for personal freedom

• plenty of weapons and supplies

• fighting on their own land

• strong leadership of George Washington

What was the winter of 1777-1778 at Valley Forge like for the Continental Army?

• the army struggled at Valley Forge due to supply shortages

• Loyalists were discouraged by reports from Valley Forge

• conditions at Valley Forge ended hopes for American independence

• the battle at Valley Forge was the turning point of the war

All of the following are true regarding fighting during the Revolutionary War EXCEPT:

• the British formed blockades to stop supplies/troops from reaching Continental Army

• the war was fought on land and at sea

• the British formed blockades to stop supplies/troops from reaching Continental Army

• most Native Americans sided with the Americans

After a string of losses, this American victory boosted morale and confidence in Washington’s leadership.

• Trenton

• Lexington and Concord

• Yorktown

• Saratoga

• Bunker Hill

Washington’s army and French fleet surround main British army in the south. Last major battle before British surrender.

• Trenton

• Lexington and Concord

• Yorktown

• Saratoga

• Bunker Hill

This Continental victory convinces the French to enter the war against Britain.

• Trenton

• Lexington and Concord

• Yorktown

• Saratoga

• Bunker Hill

Through his writings, he inspired support for American independence.

• Lord Dunmore

• Thomas Paine

• Friedrich von Steuben

• Marquis de Lafayette

• Charles Cornwallis

Prussian officer who helped to train the Patriot troops at Valley Forge:

• Lord Dunmore

• Thomas Paine

• Friedrich von Steuben

• Marquis de Lafayette

• Charles Cornwallis

He came from France to offer his help to the Americans:

• Lord Dunmore

• Thomas Paine

• Friedrich von Steuben

• Marquis de Lafayette

• Charles Cornwallis