Battle of Yorktown Practice

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Who led the British Army in the Battle of Yorktown?

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Charles Cornwallis

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Who helped the colonists in the Battle of Yorktown?

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France

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Why was the Battle of Yorktown significant?

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It was the last major battle which ended the war.

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What was the date of the British Surrender? Options: October, 19 1871, October, 19 1776, October, 19 1981, October, 19 1781

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October, 19 1781

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Which forces were led by Comte de Rochambeau?

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French

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What state was the battle of Yorktown fought in? Options: Maryland, England, Virginia, Mexico

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Virginia

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What treaty ended the American Revolution?

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Treaty of Paris

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Why did Lord Cornwallis choose Yorktown as a place to build a fort?

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It was close to the water so supplies could be received easily, and his men could move on land quickly.

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Besides the French army, how else were the French going to help trap the British?

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by sailing their warships to the Chesapeake Bay to help surround the British on the water.

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What did the American band do to show the British that they did not like that they were insulted?

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They played the tune to the song, "Yankee Doodle."