Continental Army Winter at Valley Forge

Continental Army Winter at Valley Forge

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7th - 12th Grade

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Aiden Montgomery

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In December 1777, the Continental Army, led by George Washington, struggles through a harsh winter. Washington's leadership keeps the army together. In February 1778, Baron von Steuben arrives, sent by Congress to train the troops. He introduces new tactics learned from the Prussian army, transforming the soldiers into a disciplined force. By spring, the army is ready to confront the British, with renewed confidence and strength, thanks to the efforts of Washington, von Steuben, and Nathaniel Greene.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenges did the Continental Army face during their march to winter quarters?

Desertion of soldiers

Lack of food and water

Attacks from the British

Harsh weather and low morale

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was sent by the American Congress to aid the Continental Army?

Benedict Arnold

Marquis de Lafayette

John Adams

Baron von Steuben

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Baron von Steuben's primary task upon arriving at the camp?

To lead the army into battle

To supply the army with weapons

To create a unified training method

To negotiate with the British

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What new skills did the soldiers learn under von Steuben's training?

Swimming across rivers

Building fortifications

Cooking and foraging

Forming columns and using bayonets

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of von Steuben's training efforts?

The army disbanded

The army became more disciplined

The army retreated to Canada

The army joined the British

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the efforts at Valley Forge affect Washington's view of his army?

He lost confidence in them

He believed they were ready to face the British

He decided to disband the army

He thought they needed more training

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did Nathaniel Greene play during the winter at Valley Forge?

He was the main strategist

He was a key supporter of von Steuben's efforts

He led the army into battle

He negotiated peace with the British

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