The Revolutionary War: A Global Conflict

Which regions outside North America were involved in the Revolutionary War?

• Antarctica and Europe

• South America and Asia

• Caribbean and India

• Australia and Africa

Why was it important for the Continental Congress to have the Declaration of Independence recognized by other nations?

• To avoid further conflict with Britain

• To gain access to European markets

• To establish the United States as a legitimate country

• To increase trade opportunities

What was a shared interest of European aristocracies that led them to support the Patriots?

• Establishing trade alliances

• Expanding their own colonies

• Reducing British power

• Promoting democracy

In what year did France formally enter the conflict as an ally of the United States?

• 1776

• 1778

• 1782

• 1780

What was a consequence for France and Spain after the Revolutionary War?

• They became economically prosperous

• They formed a new alliance with Britain

• They faced the spread of democracy and internal challenges

• They gained new territories