Betrayal of Benedict Arnold - American Revolution Stories - One Minute History

During the Revolutionary War, American General Benedict Arnold conspired to surrender West Point to the British, collaborating with Major John Andre. Andre was captured by the New York militia, revealing the plot. Despite Washington's offer to exchange Andre for Arnold, the British refused, leading to Andre's execution for espionage on October 2, 1780.

What was Benedict Arnold's plan during the Revolutionary War?

• To defend West Point against the British

• To surrender West Point to the British

• To negotiate peace with the British

• To attack the British in New York

Who was Benedict Arnold's co-conspirator in his plan?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Andre

• Alexander Hamilton

What happened to John Andre after he was captured by the New York militia?

• He was sent to Britain

• He was executed on the spot

• Documents were found on him and delivered to Washington

• He was released immediately

What did Washington offer the British in exchange for John Andre's life?

• Benedict Arnold

• Military secrets

• A peace treaty

• A large sum of money

How was John Andre executed?

• By guillotine

• By lethal injection

• By firing squad

• By hanging