From Valley Forge to Yorktown

The text says that the British troops were directed to ground their arms. Find a sentence in the text that helps explain the meaning of the phrase ground their arms. p.54-55

• More than 7,000 British soldiers laid down their guns.

• The British troops were ordered to retreat from the battlefield.

• The soldiers were instructed to prepare for an attack.

• The British forces received a message to hold their position.

Why was it important for Washington to trick the British into thinking he planned to attack New York?

• To prevent the British from reinforcing their troops in the south.

• To ensure that Cornwallis would be unprepared for a surprise attack at Yorktown.

• To distract the British while he gathered more supplies.

• To create a diversion that would allow his troops to retreat safely.

Find examples in the text box about the Marquis de Lafayette that suggest he was a wealthy man. p.54-55

• He agreed to serve the army without pay.

• He purchased his own ship to sail to America when he was only 19 years old.

• He inherited a large estate from his father.

• He was known for his extravagant parties and lavish lifestyle.

In what way was the French fleet important to Washington’s plan? p.50-51

• The French fleet provided supplies to the Continental Army.

• The French fleet enabled the Continental Army to corner Cornwallis on all sides, both land and water.

• The French fleet distracted the British forces during the battle.

• The French fleet was used to transport troops to Europe.

Did the surrender of British troops at Yorktown end the war? Find evidence in the text to support your answer. p.54-55

• Yes, the surrender at Yorktown marked the end of the war.

• No, fighting continued after Yorktown. The war ended in September 1783 with the Treaty of Paris.

• The war ended immediately after the surrender at Yorktown.

• The Treaty of Paris was signed in 1781, ending the war.

What do you think is happening in this image? Find specific details in the image or in the text to support your answer. p.52-53

• The image depicts a celebration of victory by the British forces.

• The image shows the British surrender, as indicated by the white flag.

• The image represents a negotiation between the British and American forces.

• The image illustrates a battle scene with no clear outcome.

What European country joined the Continental Army to fight the British, and how did their help influence the outcome of the war?

• Spain, by providing financial support and supplies to the Continental Army.

• France, by bringing both land troops and a fleet of ships, allowing the Continental Army to corner the British at Yorktown.

• Germany, by sending mercenaries to assist in battles against the British.

• Italy, by offering diplomatic support and negotiations with other European powers.

What surprise does James Thatcher reveal in his account of the surrender at Yorktown? p.51-53

• Cornwallis did not appear at the surrender but sent General O’Hara instead.

• Cornwallis personally surrendered to George Washington.

• James Thatcher was not present at the surrender.

• General O’Hara led the British forces in a counterattack.

Why was the time the Continental Army spent in Valley Forge significant?

• Von Steuben trained the Continental Army to be more professional in military tactics and discipline.

• The Continental Army received a large shipment of food and supplies from France.

• The Continental Army was able to defeat the British forces in a major battle during the winter.

• The soldiers were able to rest and recover from their injuries without any training.

What skills did von Steuben bring to George Washington’s army? p.48-49

• He had military experience and was able to train the men to stand and march in formation, advance on the battlefield, and use their weapons.

• He was an expert in naval warfare and taught the army how to build ships.

• He specialized in guerrilla tactics and trained the army in ambush strategies.

• He focused on improving the army's supply chain and logistics management.