The War Continues

Who led the Green Mountain Boys to capture Fort Ticonderoga in May of 1775?

• John Burgoyne

• Nathan Hale

• Ethan Allen

• George Washington

What was the significance of capturing Fort Ticonderoga for the Patriots?

• It was a morale booster.

• They gained control of the Hudson River.

• They acquired British cannons.

• It marked the end of the war.

Who volunteered to spy on the British and was later hanged?

• John Adams

• Benedict Arnold

• Nathan Hale

• Alexander Hamilton

What was the outcome of the Battle of Trenton?

• It led to the Patriots' surrender.

• Over 1,000 Hessians were captured.

• The British gained control.

• The Patriots retreated.

What was the turning point of the American Revolution?

• The Battle of Saratoga

• The capture of Fort Ticonderoga

• The Battle of Trenton

• The winter at Valley Forge

Who were the German mercenaries fighting for the British known as?

• The Redcoats

• The Hessians

• The Loyalists

• The Minutemen

What did George Washington hope to achieve by attacking Trenton?

• Capture British generals

• Force the British out of Boston

• Destroy British supplies

• Provide a sneak attack on the Hessians

Why was the Battle of Saratoga significant?

• It marked the beginning of the war.

• It led to an alliance with France.

• It resulted in the capture of George Washington.

• It was the final battle of the war.

What challenge did the British face in the Battle of Saratoga?

• They were outnumbered by the American forces.

• They were unable to hire German mercenaries.

• Their navy was defeated by the French.

• They lost several men and ultimately surrendered.