How Benedict Arnold Was Really Betrayed By America

How Benedict Arnold Was Really Betrayed By America

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies

11th Grade - University

Hard

Created by

Wayground Content

FREE Resource

Benedict Arnold was initially a hero of the American Revolution, known for his early support and military successes. However, due to personal grievances, financial issues, and conflicts with other officers, he eventually betrayed the American cause by siding with the British. Despite his military prowess, Arnold's legacy is overshadowed by his treachery, leading to a life of social ostracism and failed ventures after the war.

Read more

10 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of Benedict Arnold's earliest and most significant victories in the Revolutionary War?

The Siege of Yorktown

The Battle of Saratoga

The Capture of Fort Ticonderoga

The Battle of Bunker Hill

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which American general recognized Benedict Arnold's military talents and assigned him a special mission?

Thomas Jefferson

Horatio Gates

John Adams

George Washington

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of Arnold's mission to capture Quebec?

A stalemate with no clear winner

A successful negotiation with the British

A failed attempt due to harsh weather

A decisive American victory

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Arnold's actions at Lake Champlain impact the British plans?

They forced the British to retreat permanently

They delayed the British invasion of New York

They resulted in a British victory with no consequences

They led to a peace treaty with the British

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What personal factors contributed to Arnold's decision to betray the American cause?

His desire for more military glory

His financial struggles and need for money

His belief in British superiority

His wish to retire from military life

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was one of Arnold's notable adversaries that contributed to his discontent?

Ethan Allen

Joseph Reed

George Washington

Thomas Paine

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant reason for Arnold's financial difficulties during the war?

His donations to the revolutionary cause

His refusal to accept any salary

His investments in British companies

His lavish lifestyle and risky business ventures

Create a free account and access millions of resources

Create resources

Host any resource

Get auto-graded reports

Google

Continue with Google

Email

Continue with Email

Classlink

Continue with Classlink

Clever

Continue with Clever

or continue with

Microsoft

Microsoft

Apple

Apple

Others

Others

By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Service & Privacy Policy

Already have an account?