Mr. Raymond Revolutionary War 3

What important event convinced France and other nations that the Americans could win the war?

• The crossing of the Delaware River

• The capture of New York

• The Battle of Saratoga

• The winter at Valley Forge

Which country declared war on Great Britain and started sending money, supplies, and soldiers to help the Patriots after the Battle of Saratoga?

• Spain

• Germany

• France

• Portugal

What was a major problem for George Washington's troops during the winter at Valley Forge?

• They had too many supplies

• They had plenty of food and warm clothes

• They lacked enough food, clothing, and shelter

• They were fighting many battles

Why did the money printed by the Continental Congress lose its value during the war?

• It was backed by gold and silver

• It was only used by the states

• It was not backed by gold or silver

• It was too difficult to print

Who helped train George Washington's soldiers to fight like European armies?

• General Cornwallis

• Baron von Steuben

• John Paul Jones

• Henry Clinton

How did the war affect families on the home front?

• They became very wealthy from selling supplies.

• Life was easy because men were away.

• Wives and children had to work hard to support their families.

• They moved to Europe to avoid the fighting.

Which side did most Native Americans support during the American Revolution?

• The Patriots

• The French

• The British

• Neither side

What did the powerful British navy do to American ports during the war?

• They delivered supplies to the Patriots.

• They blockaded them to stop supplies from coming in or out.

• They helped American ships transport troops.

• They traded goods with American merchants.

Who was the American naval hero who attacked British ports and famously said, "I have not yet begun to fight!"?

• George Washington

• John Paul Jones

• Henry Clinton

• Charles Cornwallis