WorksheetsChallenges and Victories of Washington
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 10mins
What challenges did George Washington face as Commander in Chief trying to assemble the Continental Army?
Lack of support from the French
Shortage of supplies and trained soldiers
Overwhelming number of British troops
Disagreements with the Continental Congress
What was the result of the first two conflicts of the war?
The British won both battles
The Americans won both battles
The battles ended in a draw
The Americans lost one and won one
How was Washington able to win for the first time in Trenton, New Jersey?
By receiving reinforcements from France
By launching a surprise attack on Christmas night
By negotiating a truce with the Hessians
By using advanced weaponry
What resulted from the American victory in the Battle of Saratoga?
The British gained control of New York
The Americans lost significant troops
France decided to support the Americans
The war ended immediately
In what ways did France, Spain, and Holland help the Americans?
By sending troops and supplies
By remaining neutral
By forming an alliance with the British
By taking over American territories
Faced a difficult winter because of weather conditions, lack of food, & illness at Valley Forge:
Americans
British
Why was this considered a victory over the British even though
Washington attacked the Hessians?
What conclusions can you draw about George Washington from the
leadership he has shown so far during the war?
Why do you think Saratoga is known as the turning point of the
war?
When was the Battle of Saratoga?
