Inside Look: Giving Voice to the American Revolution | PBS

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During the American Revolutionary War, what was a significant factor that influenced some African Americans to side with the British?

• The British promised them land grants in the colonies.

• The British offered them freedom in exchange for military service.

• The British guaranteed them political representation.

• The British provided better military training.

Approximately how many African Americans joined the British forces during the American Revolutionary War, compared to those who joined the Patriot cause?

• About 5,000 joined the British, and 15,000 joined the Patriots.

• About 10,000 joined the British, and 10,000 joined the Patriots.

• About 15,000 joined the British, and 5,000 joined the Patriots.

• About 20,000 joined the British, and 1,000 joined the Patriots.

What significant action did Elizabeth Freeman take to gain her freedom?

• She escaped to Canada.

• She purchased her freedom.

• She sued for her freedom in court.

• She joined the British army.

Who was the first published African American poet in the United States?

• Elizabeth Freeman

• Judith Jackson

• Phillis Wheatley

• Sojourner Truth