The Battle of Yorktown Quiz

What was one of the main causes of the Battle of Yorktown?

• The invention of airplanes

• The American desire for independence

• The discovery of gold

Who was a key figure on the American side during the Battle of Yorktown?

• George Washington

• Thomas Edison

• Christopher Columbus

Which British leader was involved in the Battle of Yorktown?

• Winston Churchill

• King George III

• General Cornwallis

What was the outcome of the Battle of Yorktown?

• The British won and took over America

• The battle ended in a draw

• The Americans and French won

Why is the Battle of Yorktown significant in history?

• It marked the end of the American Revolutionary War

• It was the longest battle in history

• It was the first battle fought in space

How did the Battle of Yorktown affect the American colonies?

• It helped them gain independence from Britain

• It caused them to lose all their money

• It made them start a new war

Which country helped the American forces during the Battle of Yorktown?

• Spain

• France

• Italy

Who were the key figures in the Battle of Yorktown?

• General George Washington and General Charles Cornwallis

• General George Washington and General Benedict Arnold

What role did the French play in the Battle of Yorktown?

• They blocked the British from getting more supplies with their navy

• They provided financial support to the British

What was the outcome of the Battle of Yorktown?

• The Americans and the French won, leading to British surrender

• The battle ended in a stalemate with no clear winner