12 - American Revolution

Great Britain was considered a military _____ _____.

The Patriot army was considered ____.

Which city did the British capture early on and hold onto much of the war?

There is a famous painting of General Washington sneaking across a river. What river is it?

What does the word improbable mean?

• true

• will happen

• not true

• not likely to happen

Who were the Colonists asking for help?

Who was in France asking for money and soldiers?

France started helping the Patriots after what battle?

How did Spain help the Patriots?

• Started fighting in the 13 colonies

• They did not help.

• Started their own war with England.

Why did General Washington not have enough food, clothing, and shelter because he did not have enough money. Why didn't he have enough money?