Historical Events of 1778

On February 6, 1778, which two countries became allies?

• United States and Spain

• United States and France

• France and Britain

• Spain and Britain

What significant event happened on June 18, 1778?

• British abandon Philadelphia, Continental Army marches out of Valley Forge

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• Signing of the Declaration of Independence

• Boston Tea Party

Who captured Kaskaskia on July 4, 1778?

• George Washington

• George Rogers Clark

• Benedict Arnold

• John Paul Jones

Between July 29 and August 31, 1778, which forces besieged Newport, RI?

• French and American forces

• British forces

• Spanish forces

• Dutch forces

What was the outcome of the British capture of Savannah on December 29, 1778?

• British Victory

• American Victory

• Stalemate

• Treaty Signed

The British could not seem to defeat the northern colonies. Therefore, they decided to shift their attention to the ______. There were more loyalists living in the South, and it was believed that the loyalists would lend their support to the British troops.

• south

• north

• east

• west

Who is known for winning the Revolution in South Carolina?

• George Washington

• Nathaniel Greene

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

What strategy did Nathaniel Greene use during the winter and spring of 1781?

• Guerrilla warfare

• Conventional warfare

• Naval blockade

• Diplomatic negotiations

What does the quote 'We fight, get beat, rise and fight again.' express about the American resolve?

• It expresses the determination and resilience of the American spirit.

• It shows the American tendency to avoid conflicts.

• It highlights the American preference for negotiation over fighting.

• It indicates the American desire to surrender in difficult situations.

What was the outcome of the Battle of Port Royal Island on February 3, 1779?

• American Victory

• British Victory