American Revolution Figures Quiz

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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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