French Involvement in the American Revolution

French Involvement in the American Revolution

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video discusses the pivotal role of the French in the American Revolutionary War, starting with the battles of Saratoga, which led to a formal alliance between the French and the Patriots. This alliance prompted the British to declare war on France. Despite setbacks in Newport and Savannah, the French and Patriots regrouped, leading to a strategic victory at Chesapeake Bay, which blocked British reinforcements and marked a turning point in the war.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the significance of the Battles of Saratoga in the context of the American Revolutionary War?

It caused the Spanish to join the war.

It resulted in the British capturing New York.

It led to the French openly supporting the American Patriots.

It marked the end of the war.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Before the Battles of Saratoga, how did the French assist the American Patriots?

By capturing British ships.

By sending troops to fight alongside them.

By negotiating peace with the British.

By secretly providing funding and supplies.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the Treaty of Alliance signed in 1778?

The Patriots gained control of Canada.

The British surrendered.

The French agreed to send money, supplies, and soldiers to the Patriots.

The Spanish joined the war.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the British declare war on France in 1778?

Because France signed a treaty with Spain.

Because France invaded British territories.

Because France openly supported the American Patriots.

Because France captured British ships.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the result of the attempts to capture Newport and Savannah?

Only Savannah was captured.

Only Newport was captured.

The Patriots and French failed to capture both cities.

Both cities were successfully captured.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What realization did the French come to after the failed sieges?

They should focus on naval battles.

They should withdraw from the war.

They required a larger force and a better plan.

They needed to negotiate peace.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many French soldiers were dispatched to Newport in 1780?

7,000

6,000

5,000

4,000

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