American Revolution Test

This artwork below depicts General George Washington and his troops crossing the partially frozen Delaware River on the night of December 25,1776. This daring act led to a key Patriot victory at the:

• Battle of Boston
• Battle of Bunker Hill
• Battle of Saratoga
• Battle of Trenton

Washington read the words below to his troops during the harsh winter at Valley Forge. What effect was he trying to produce?

• To convince his troops that their cause was just
• To rally his troops at a particularly difficult time
• To discourage his troops from enlisting for another year
• To entertain his troops with popular literature

Which of the following was a significant outcome of the Battle of Saratoga during the American Revolution?

• It resulted in the British capture of Philadelphia
• It convinced France to form a military alliance with the American colonies
• It marked the end of the Revolutionary War
• It was a decisive victory for the British forces

Which person was instrumental in negotiating an French alliance for the American colonists?

• Benjamin Franklin
• Thomas Jefferson
• John Hancock
• John Adams

What was the last major battle of the American Revolution?

• Saratoga
• Trenton
• Dorchester Heights
• Yorktown

What advantage did the American colonists possess during the American Revolutionary War that contributed to their success?

• Superior number of troops
• Advanced military technology
• Familiarity with the terrain
• Extensive naval fleet support

The Battle of Kings Mountain was significant because

• everyone, except for Colonel Ferguson, were colonists.
• it was the turning point of the war.
• it was the last major battle of the war.
• it was the first battle George Washington led.

How did Friedrich von Steuben help the Continental Army at Valley Forge?

• He provided funds to buy supplies.
• He convinced Portugal to ally with the Americans.
• His training made them a finely tuned fighting force
• He spied on the British military and brought back valuable information to Washington.

Why was the winter at Valley Forge such a difficult time for the Continental Army?

• The army lacked shelter and supplies.
• The army began to turn against the revolution.
• The army lost several important battles.
• The army refused to drill and train.

Why did the United States seek an alliance with France during the American Revolution?

• France could provide supplies and naval support.
• France could get additional aid from Holland and Russia.
• France promised to give up any land conquered in the war.
• France had a system of government that was admired by Americans.