Contributions of Black Americans and Women

What was George Washington's main job as the Continental army’s commander in chief?

• To negotiate treaties

• To raise troops

• To manage finances

• To plan battles

How many soldiers served in the Continental army during the American Revolution?

• 145,000

• 230,000

• 375,000

• 100,000

Why was it challenging to keep soldiers in the Continental army?

• They were not allowed to return home

• They faced risks and low pay

• They had to buy their own weapons

• They were not given uniforms

What role did Black Americans play in the American Revolution?

• They were not involved

• They only supported the Loyalists

• They played major roles in key battles

• They were only spies

Which battle did the Rhode Island Regiment participate in?

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• Battle of Yorktown

• Battle of Lexington

• Battle of Concord

What was the significance of the British promise to enslaved people during the war?

• It increased the number of Loyalist soldiers

• It had no impact on the war

• It led to the end of slavery

• It was a strategy to weaken the Patriots

Who was Colonel Tye and what was his contribution to the British forces?

• A British general who led major battles

• A Black American who led surprise attacks

• A Loyalist spy in the Continental army

• A British naval officer

What was the role of women in supporting the colonist cause during the American Revolution?

• They were not involved

• They only worked as nurses

• They raised money, made clothing, and served as messengers

• They fought in every battle

Why did General Washington initially resist recruiting African Americans to the Continental army?

• He believed they were not skilled

• He faced opposition from white southerners

• He wanted to keep the army small

• He thought they would join the British

Analyze the impact of the first all-Black regiment in the Continental army. Why was their participation significant?

• It was insignificant to the war effort

• It demonstrated the capability and bravery of Black soldiers

• It led to immediate equality for Black Americans

• It caused division within the army