Unit 4: Chapter 3 (pgs. 31-33)

What was a major stumbling block for America's independence?

• Lack of motivation

• Lack of resources

• Too many resources

• Overpopulation

Who had the world's largest navy during the American Revolution?

• Spain

• Britain

• America

• France

What significant advantage did Americans have over the British?

• More mercenaries

• Larger navy

• Fighting on their own land

• Better weapons

Who is credited with sewing the first American flag?

• Abigail Adams

• Betsy Ross

• Mary Ludwig Hays

• Mercy Otis Warren

What nickname was Mary Ludwig Hays given during the war?

• Lucy Rifle

• Molly Pitcher

• Sally Runner

• Betty Cannon

How did Deborah Sampson contribute to the Continental Army?

• As a nurse

• By sewing uniforms

• As a messenger

• Dressed as a man and fought

Approximately how many African American soldiers fought against Britain?

• About 1,000

• About 5,000

• About 10,000

• About 20,000

What did Phillis Wheatley do to support the Patriot cause?

• She was a nurse

• She was a spy

• She wrote poems

• She fought in battles

Why did more African Americans fight as British allies?

• For food

• For freedom

• For land

• For payment

What did Abigail Adams advocate for in her letters to John Adams?

• More taxes

• Women's rights

• Better education

• Stronger navy