Studies Weekly #24

Why did the Continental Congress choose George Washington to lead the army?

• He was a king

• He believed in what America was fighting for

• He had a fast horse

• He lived in Boston

What was the Turtle?

• A British ship

• A secret code name for George Washington

• A small submarine used in the war

• A battle plan

What did the colonists want King George III to do before the war started?

• Give them land

• Respect their right to self-government

• Send more British soldiers

• Build more forts

Why did some American Indians fight on the British side?

• They liked British tea

• They wanted freedom

• They believed the British would protect their land

• They were paid more

What helped the Americans win the final battle at Yorktown?

• British troops gave up

• Help from France and Spain

• A big snowstorm

• George Washington made peace

What did Haym Salomon do to help the war effort?

• Fought in every battle

• Built forts

• Raised money for the army and gave personal loans

• Led the army

What did Joseph Plumb Martin do when he was only 15?

• Became president

• Traveled to Europe

• Enlisted in the army

• Bought a farm

Why did many enslaved people join the British army?

• They were given gold

• They were promised freedom

• They liked British food

• They wanted to travel to England

What was Bernardo de Gálvez known for?

• Writing the Declaration of Independence

• Leading British forces

• Helping the American army and attacking the British

• Becoming the first American president

What kind of help did France and Spain give to the Americans?

• Maps and art supplies

• Tea and sugar

• Soldiers and money

• Blankets and hats