24 Questions
What was one major advantage that the British had during the American Revolutionary War?
Largest navy in the world
What factor contributed to the need for a unified effort against Great Britain?
Home field advantage
Which country eventually provided aid to the American colonists during the war?
France
Why did some British soldiers have no real stake in the outcome of the war?
They were far from home
Which factor posed a challenge for the colonists during the war?
Having an inexperienced military
What did the colonists have in terms of naval power compared to the British?
Small navy
During the American Revolution, what percentage of colonists were Loyalists?
33%
Which term is NOT used to describe those who sided with the British during the American Revolution?
Rebels
How did Loyalists who did not actively fight support the British troops?
By providing food, weapons, and shelter
Where did a significant number of Loyalists emigrate to at the end of the American Revolution?
Canada
Who was known as the 'Father of the American Navy'?
John Paul Jones
Which military officer fought against the British in South Carolina?
Francis Marion
Who was a colonial soldier and spy captured and hung by the British in 1776?
Nathan Hale
Who helped capture Fort Ticonderoga from the British?
Ethan Allen
Which person provided crucial intelligence for the Americans as a double agent?
Benedict Arnold
What role did Anna Strong play in espionage during the American Revolutionary War?
She signaled the location of hidden documents for other spies
Which Native American tribes supported the British during the American Revolution?
Oneida and Mohawks
What type of warfare was not typically used by the Continental Army during the American Revolution?
Trench Warfare
Which musket was commonly used during the American Revolution due to its reliability?
The Brown Bess
What did soldiers of the Continental Army wear during the American Revolution when there were no funds for standard uniforms?
Whatever clothing they had
How did the British plan to isolate New England during the American Revolution?
By cutting it off from military supplies
How many British soldiers deserted during the American Revolution and chose to stay in America?
~5,000
Which European countries joined the American side during the American Revolution?
France and Spain
What was a key role of the Long Rifle during the American Revolution?
Frontier fighting with accuracy
Test your knowledge of key figures in the American Revolution. Identify important individuals like Baron Von Steuben, Marquis de Lafayette, Horatio Gates, and Nathanael Greene. Learn about their roles and contributions in the Continental Army.
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