The Siege of Boston and the Battle of Bunker Hill

The video covers the events following the battles of Lexington and Concord, focusing on the siege of Boston by colonial militiamen. It details the strategic confusion that led to the Battle of Breed's Hill, where the colonists mistakenly fortified the wrong hill. Despite being outnumbered and less trained, the colonists put up a strong defense against the British forces led by General Howe. Although the British eventually won, the battle demonstrated the colonists' resilience and marked a significant moment in the American Revolution. The aftermath saw increased tensions and the formal start of the war.

What event marked the beginning of the siege of Boston?

• The arrival of General Washington

• The proclamation of rebellion by the king

• The Battle of Bunker Hill

• The retreat of British regulars to Boston

What did the colonists discover about British plans on June 13th, 1775?

• The British were seeking a peace treaty

• The British were retreating to Canada

• The British were going to place troops in Charlestown Peninsula

• The British were planning to attack New York

Which hill did the colonial troops mistakenly fortify?

• Charlestown Hill

• Lexington Hill

• Breed's Hill

• Bunker Hill

Who led the British forces during the Battle of Bunker Hill?

• Colonel William Prescott

• General William Howe

• General Thomas Gage

• General George Washington

What was the colonists' strategy regarding when to fire on the British?

• Fire only when the British were within 50 yards

• Fire as soon as the British were visible

• Fire only when ordered by General Washington

• Fire continuously to keep the British at bay

What was the outcome of the Battle of Bunker Hill for the colonists?

• They successfully defended the hill

• They were forced to retreat due to lack of ammunition

• They received reinforcements from France

• They captured General Howe

How many casualties did the British suffer in the Battle of Bunker Hill?

• Over 1,500

• Over 1,000

• Over 2,000

• Over 500

What was the significance of the Battle of Bunker Hill in the American Revolution?

• It led to the capture of Boston by the colonists

• It resulted in a peace treaty

• It was the first major battle of the American Revolution

• It marked the end of the war

Who took command of the Continental Army three weeks after the battle?

• General William Howe

• Colonel William Prescott

• General George Washington

• General Thomas Gage

What was the king's response to the news of the Battle of Bunker Hill?

• He sent more troops to Canada

• He called for peace negotiations

• He ordered the withdrawal of British forces

• He issued a proclamation of rebellion