Advantages of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War

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Why were many colonists not well-organized during the Revolutionary War?

They had ample supplies.

They were well-equipped.

They were unsure which side to take. (correct)

They lacked military training.

What was the condition of the Continental Army at the beginning of the war?

Poorly trained but well-equipped.

Untrained, poorly-equipped, and lacking supplies. (correct)

Highly trained and well-equipped.

Moderately trained but lacking supplies.

Why did it seem obvious in 1775 that the British military would win the Revolutionary War?

The British were unprepared for the war.

The British had stronger military power. (correct)

The British were well-organized.

The British had weaker allies.

Which group saw an opportunity to take power away from Britain at the start of the Revolutionary War?

Indigenous nations. Signup and view all the answers

What led to the end of the peaceful alliance among the Six Nations Confederacy?

Choosing different sides in the war. Signup and view all the answers

Which Indigenous groups supported the colonists due to trade agreements?

Oneida and Tuscarora. Signup and view all the answers

What did the British promise the Mohawk nation during the Revolutionary War?

Protected land. Signup and view all the answers

Why were some colonists hesitant in choosing a side during the Revolutionary War?

They were unsure which side to take. Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant weakness of the Continental Army at the beginning of the Revolutionary War?

Lack of necessary supplies Signup and view all the answers

Why did Indigenous nations and enslaved people have their freedoms at stake during the Revolutionary War?

Their lands were being fought over. Signup and view all the answers

What motivated France and Spain to choose sides in the Revolutionary War?

To gain power from Britain Signup and view all the answers

Which Indigenous group was forced to pick sides in the Revolutionary War due to the conflict taking place on their lands?

Six Nations Confederacy Signup and view all the answers

Which tribes supported the colonists in the Revolutionary War due to existing trade agreements?

Oneida and Tuscarora Signup and view all the answers

Why did some tribes like the Mohawk nation support the British Empire during the Revolutionary War?

To protect their land Signup and view all the answers

What was a key reason for the lack of organization among colonists during the Revolutionary War?

Hesitance in choosing sides Signup and view all the answers

What major disadvantage did the Continental Army face at the start of the Revolutionary War?

Lack of proper training Signup and view all the answers

What influenced Indigenous groups like the Six Nations Confederacy to take different sides in the Revolutionary War?

The war taking place on their lands Signup and view all the answers

Advantages of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War

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