Brown Bess Musket and Revolutionary War Tactics

What was the origin of the Brown Bess musket used by American soldiers?

• French

• Spanish

• British

• German

Why was it important for soldiers to have two functioning teeth during the loading process?

• To hold the musket

• To bite the enemy

• To signal commands

• To tear the cartridge

What was the purpose of the whisk and pick attached to the cartridge box?

• To measure gunpowder

• To maintain the musket during battle

• To clean the musket barrel

• To signal other soldiers

How did soldiers compensate for the inaccuracy of the smoothbore musket?

• By using scopes

• By marching in large columns

• By firing individually

• By using silencers

What often determined the outcome of many Revolutionary War battles?

• Aerial attacks

• Naval support

• Bayonet charges

• Cannon fire