American Revolution and Native American Involvement

The video discusses the complex alliances of Native American groups during the American Revolution, highlighting their attempts to remain neutral amidst British and American pressures. It provides context on the American Revolution, emphasizing the decisions faced by various groups, including English settlers, African Americans, and Native Americans. The impact on the Six Nations is explored, along with the Continental Congress's efforts to encourage Native American neutrality while the British sought their support by promising to protect their lands.

Which of the following statements is true about Native American involvement in the American Revolution?

• All Native Americans sided with the British.

• Most Native Americans remained neutral.

• All Native Americans sided with the Americans.

• Native Americans were not involved in the conflict.

What event marked the beginning of the American Revolution?

• The French and Indian War

• The battles of Lexington and Concord

• The Boston Tea Party

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

Why were the American colonies important to the British?

• They were not important to the British.

• They were a strategic military location.

• They were a place to send prisoners.

• They were a source of raw materials.

Which groups had to decide which side to support during the American Revolution?

• Only English settlers

• Only African Americans

• Only Native Americans

• English settlers, Native Americans, and African Americans

What was the best course of action for many Native American groups during the American Revolution?

• To side with the Americans

• To remain neutral

• To side with the British

• To leave their lands

What was the message of the Continental Congress to the Six Nations in 1775?

• To join the American side

• To join the British side

• To remain neutral

• To relocate to Canada

What was the British argument to persuade Native Americans to join their side?

• The British would offer them citizenship.

• The British would help them gain independence.

• The British would protect their territories.

• The British would provide them with weapons.