Bunker Hill

Which hill was primarily involved in the fighting during the Battle of Bunker Hill?

• Bunker Hill

• Breed's Hill

• Beacon Hill

• Dorchester Heights

Why did the British decide to hire more Hessian troops after the Battle of Bunker Hill?

• To replace their naval forces

• To strengthen their army due to heavy losses

• To negotiate peace with the colonists

• To explore new territories

Discuss the strategic importance of the hills north of Boston for the colonial troops.

• They provided a direct route to Canada.

• They allowed for a better negotiation position with the British.

• They offered a vantage point to control the city and begin a siege.

• They were rich in resources needed for the war effort.

What did American spies discover in early June regarding British plans?

• The British were planning to retreat from Boston.

• The British were planning to send troops to take the hills.

• The British were planning to attack New York.

• The British were planning to negotiate peace.

Analyze the impact of the Battle of Bunker Hill on British military strategy.

• It led to the British abandoning their control of the sea.

• It forced the British to reconsider their approach and hire additional troops.

• It resulted in the British focusing solely on naval battles.

• It caused the British to seek immediate peace with the colonies.

How many colonial troops occupied Bunker Hill and Breed's Hill under cover of night?

• 500

• 1,200

• 2,000

• 3,000

What happened to the town of Charlestown during the Battle of Bunker Hill?

• It was partially damaged

• It was entirely destroyed

• It was captured by American forces

• It remained untouched

How did the Battle of Bunker Hill affect the town and the people of Boston?

In this important battle of the Revolutionary War, ​ (a)   were positioned at the top of ​ (b)   . They were able to drive ​ (c)   soldiers back 2 times. However, the ​ (d)   of the colonial armies allowed them to be defeated.

• militias

• Breed's Hill

• British

• inexperience

What did the British Army plan to do with their new strategy in June 1775?

• Negotiate with the American patriots

• Launch an attack against the Americans

• Retreat to England

• Form an alliance with the French