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In October 1775, a two-pronged invasion of Canada aimed to capture ______ and Quebec.
In October 1775, a two-pronged invasion of Canada aimed to capture ______ and Quebec.
Montreal
The Battle of ______ occurred in June 1775 and resulted in high British casualties.
The Battle of ______ occurred in June 1775 and resulted in high British casualties.
Bunker Hill
Evacuation Day marks the day the British had to leave ______.
Evacuation Day marks the day the British had to leave ______.
Boston
The Battle of Long Island in 1776 forced Washington to retreat to ______.
The Battle of Long Island in 1776 forced Washington to retreat to ______.
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General ______ led the colonial forces in the campaign against the British in Canada.
General ______ led the colonial forces in the campaign against the British in Canada.
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Study Notes
Chapter 8 Notes: British Invasion of Canada
- British Invasion of Canada in October 1775: Two-pronged attack
- 2,000 Colonists
- General Richard Montgomery led colonists to capture Montreal and Quebec
- British forces burned Falmouth
- Battles
- Bunker Hill (June 1775): High British casualties
- Evacuation Day: British evacuation of Boston
- Battle of Long Island (fall of 1776): Washington's retreat into Manhattan
- Trenton (December 26, 1776): Washington's surprise attack on Hessians, colonial victory
- Evacuation Day is still celebrated today
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Explore the key events and battles related to the British Invasion of Canada in 1775. This quiz covers the strategies employed by General Richard Montgomery and significant battles such as Bunker Hill and Trenton. Test your knowledge of this pivotal moment in colonial history.
