10 Questions
Why were some colonists angry with British involvement?
They did not want to pay taxes to leaders across the ocean.
What military advantage did the British have over the colonists?
A large number of ships controlled by the Royal Navy.
What percentage of the colonists remained loyal to the King of England?
20%
What advantage did the Continental Army have over the British during the war?
Strong familiarity with the home territory
Why did the British struggle in terms of their geographical knowledge during the war?
They were unfamiliar with the colonies' geographical features
How did the colonists' shooting accuracy impact their tactics in the war?
They could fight from a distance
Why did some enslaved African Americans fight on the side of the British during the war?
To support the British Empire in hopes of gaining freedom after the war
What was a significant disadvantage faced by North American colonists in the Revolutionary War?
Different local governments in each colony
What did the French and Spanish do to weaken the British military during the war?
Divided British military efforts by attacking Caribbean territories
What was a distinguishing characteristic of the Continental Army compared to local militias?
It fought most of the battles with the British
Test your knowledge on the advantages and struggles of the colonists during the American Revolutionary War. Learn about shortages of supplies, familiarity with home territory, recruitment of other colonists, and the power of messaging for independence.
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