France and the American Revolution

True or False: Part of the reason France helped the Americans in their war for independence is because they wanted revenge for their loss to Britain in the French and Indian War.

• True

• False

What was another reason that led the French to help out the Americans with weapons and supplies?

• Benjamin Franklin asked them for their help.

• France wants to make the American colonies part of the French Empire.

• France hopes to bring about a peaceful solution to the conflict.

What was an effect of the American victory at the Battle of Saratoga? Choose all that apply.

• The French decided to officially join the war on behalf of the Americans.

• The French sent their army and navy to fight on the side of the Americans.

• The French declared war against the American patriots.

• The British started to win more battles.

What caused the British to surrender at Yorktown? There are 2 correct answers.

• The American militia used guerrilla warfare to attack the British at Yorktown.

• The French navy blocked Yorktown by water.

• Washington and Rochembeau surrounded the British at Yorktown.

What was an effect of France helping the Americans?