Benedict Arnold: Hero to Traitor

Benedict Arnold: Hero to Traitor

Assessment

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History

7th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Lucas Foster

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Benedict Arnold, once an American hero, became synonymous with treason. Initially celebrated for his military successes during the Revolutionary War, Arnold's career soured due to personal grievances and financial troubles. Influenced by his wife, Peggy Shippen, a British sympathizer, Arnold plotted to surrender West Point to the British. The plan was foiled, leading to the capture and execution of his co-conspirator, John André. Arnold fled to England, where he faced further disappointments, ultimately dying in obscurity.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did Benedict Arnold play in the early stages of the Revolutionary War?

He was a politician.

He was a neutral party.

He was a leader in the Continental Army.

He was a British spy.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following battles was NOT associated with Benedict Arnold's early successes?

Fort Ticonderoga

Yorktown

Ridgefield

Lake Champlain

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant factor that led Arnold to betray the American cause?

His successful business ventures

His marriage to Peggy Shippen

His financial stability

His promotion to a higher rank

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did Arnold conspire with to surrender West Point to the British?

Benjamin Franklin

Thomas Jefferson

George Washington

John André

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to John André after the conspiracy was uncovered?

He was promoted.

He escaped to Canada.

He was captured and executed.

He became a double agent.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Arnold's fate after fleeing to England?

He became a successful businessman.

He was given high military command.

He returned to America.

He was ignored for important positions and failed in business.