Turning Points in the War

Question 1

Which American city was named in honor of a Spanish governor who fought in the American Revolution?

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Galveston

Question 2

How did John Paul Jones respond when asked to surrender during his battle with the HMS Serapis?

Question 3

Which naval force kept General Cornwallis and his troops from escaping Yorktown?

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The French navy

Question 4

After victories against the Continental army, General Cornwallis made a mistake by

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allowing General Greene to drive him toward the coast.

Question 5

Which best summarizes the outcome of the Battle of Guilford Courthouse?

Question 6

General Rochambeau helped General George Washington by

Question 7

Why did colonial naval victories inspire colonists during the American Revolution?

Question 8

Benedict Arnold was a successful colonial general who became upset because

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he did not feel properly rewarded for his achievements.

Question 9

American Revolution battles that occurred in Charleston and Camden, South Carolina, were

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major defeats for the Continental army.

Question 10

Which of the following geographic features affected the Battle of Yorktown during the American Revolution?

Turning Points in the War Answers