Exploring the Southern Campaign of the Revolutionary War

The video covers the American Revolution, starting with the initial conflicts at Lexington and Concord. It details the formation of the Continental Army, the Declaration of Independence, and key battles like Trenton, Saratoga, and Yorktown. The southern campaigns and the eventual victory at Yorktown are highlighted, leading to the Treaty of Paris and American independence.

What was the rallying cry of the American colonists?

• Freedom or Death

• Liberty for All

• No Taxation without Representation

• Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death

Who was appointed to lead the Continental Army?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

• George Washington

• John Adams

Which battle marked a turning point for American morale, despite being a loss?

• Battle of Lexington

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• Battle of Yorktown

• Battle of Saratoga

What was the significance of the Battle of Saratoga?

• It convinced France to support the Americans.

• It was the final battle of the war.

• It was the first American victory.

• It led to the British surrender.

What harsh conditions did the Continental Army face at Valley Forge?

• A lack of food and shelter

• A tropical disease outbreak

• A surprise attack by the British

• A severe summer drought

Which city did the British capture in 1780, taking more than 5,000 American soldiers prisoner?

• New York

• Boston

• Charleston

• Philadelphia

What was the outcome of the Battle of Camden?

• A decisive American victory

• A draw with heavy losses on both sides

• A crushing defeat for the Americans

• A strategic retreat by the British

Which battle effectively ended the American Revolutionary War?

• Battle of Saratoga

• Battle of Trenton

• Battle of Yorktown

• Battle of Bunker Hill

Who surrendered at Yorktown, leading to the end of the war?

• General George Washington

• King George III

• General Charles Cornwallis

• Benjamin Franklin

What was signed in September 1783 to officially end the war?

• The Bill of Rights

• The Treaty of Paris

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Constitution of the United States