The American Revolution: The Siege of Boston

Who was appointed as the commander of the Continental Army in June 1775?

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

• Benjamin Franklin

What was one of the main challenges faced by Washington upon his arrival at the Continental Army camp?

• Insufficient artillery

• Poor sanitation and organization

• Lack of trained soldiers

• Inadequate leadership

What was Henry Knox's plan to force the British out of Boston?

• Blockade the Boston Harbor

• Fortify the surrounding heights with artillery

• Negotiate a truce with the British

• Launch a direct assault on the city

Where did Knox and his men acquire the artillery needed to fortify Boston?

• Fort Knox

• Fort McHenry

• Fort Sumter

• Fort Ticonderoga

What was the outcome of the British presence in Boston by March 1776?

• The British signed a peace treaty

• The British launched a counterattack

• The British reinforced their troops

• The British evacuated Boston