The Battle of Saratoga

Where did the Battle of Saratoga take place?

• Quebec

• Albany

• New York City

• Saratoga

What was the major objective of the British war leaders in the Battle of Saratoga?

• To crush the American rebellion

• To isolate the New England states

• To control the Hudson River

• To reinforce the continental army

When did the first battle of Saratoga take place?

• September 19, 1777

• October 7, 1777

• October 17, 1777

• 18 days after the Battle of Freeman's Farm

What was the outcome of the first battle of Saratoga?

• The British won

• The Americans won

• It was a draw

• Both sides suffered heavy casualties

What was the significance of the Battle of Saratoga?

• It marked the end of the American Revolution

• It led to foreign naval support for the Americans

• It resulted in the capture of New York City

• It weakened the continental army

Who commanded the British forces in the Battle of Saratoga?

• John Burgoyne

• Horatio Gates

• John Freeman

• Benus Heights

What was the outcome of the second battle of Saratoga?

• The British surrendered

• The Americans surrendered

• It ended in a stalemate

• Both sides suffered heavy casualties

What role did the French, Spanish, and Dutch play in the Battle of Saratoga?

• They provided supplies to the British

• They joined the fight against the Americans

• They remained neutral

• They supported the continental army

What was the major turning point in America's push for independence?

• The Battle of Quebec

• The Battle of Freeman's Farm

• The Battle of Yorktown

• The Battle of Bemis Heights

What effect did the Battle of Saratoga have on the British offensive ambitions?

• It strengthened their offensive ambitions

• It had no effect

• It crippled their offensive ambitions

• It forced them to retreat