What was the initial British plan to break the siege in Boston?

Bunker Hill: The Clash for Control in the Revolutionary War

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To retreat to Canada
To wait for reinforcements from England
To launch an offensive up Bunker Hill
To negotiate with the rebels
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did the colonials learn about the British plans?
From a public announcement
Via spies who slipped the plans to them
By capturing a British officer
Through intercepted letters
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the significance of the militia's overnight efforts on June 17th?
They managed to capture Boston
They fortified Breed's Hill before the British attack
They surrendered to the British
They retreated to a safer location
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the British strategy under General Howe during the battle?
To negotiate a truce
To surround the militia and cut off their supplies
To charge up the hill in lines with bayonets ready
To attack with naval bombardment only
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why did the British believe they could instill fear in the patriots?
Because of their superior numbers
Due to their professional and disciplined force
Because they had better weapons
Due to their knowledge of the terrain
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What forced the militia to retreat during the battle?
Running out of ammunition
Orders from their commanders
Heavy rain and poor visibility
A surprise attack from the rear
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How many times did the British charge up Breed's Hill before capturing it?
Four times
Three times
Twice
Once
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