Battles of the Revolutionary War — Quiz

Question 1

Which battle marked a turning point in the American Revolution?

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the Battle of Saratoga

Question 2

Victories by the Continental army in which battle prompted France to provide support?

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the battles of Princeton and Trenton

Question 3

A British advantage at the beginning of the American Revolution was

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a well-trained military.

Question 4

Although the Continental army had many disadvantages, it was similar to British forces in terms of its

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ability to organize a fighting force.

Question 5

How did the timing of General Washington’s attack on Trenton help ensure a colonial victory?

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He chose a day when the British would not be expecting to fight.

Question 6

By 1775, the attitudes of America’s colonial rebels had shifted from

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resentment of British taxation to a desire for independence.

Question 7

Which war decision ultimately damaged the colonial economy?

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printing more paper money

Question 8

A colonial advantage at the beginning of the American Revolution was

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knowledge of the terrain.

Question 9

The American Revolution battles of Trenton and Princeton resulted in

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an increase in colonial supplies and troops.

Question 10

Which event resulted from a missed meeting between British generals Howe and Burgoyne?

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the Continental army’s victory at Saratoga

Battles of the Revolutionary War — Quiz Answers