Strengths and Weaknesses
Name one weakness of the Continental Army at the start of the war.
Poorly trained, poorly equipped, little gunpowder, small navy.
What happened at Trenton and Princeton that boosted American morale?
Washington’s surprise attacks gave the army much-needed victories.
Who inspired the Continental Army as its commander?
George Washington.
Why was the Battle of Saratoga a turning point?
It showed America could win and convinced France to join the war.
How did the progress of the war change from start to finish?
British strong at first, but Americans improved with allies and better strategy.
Name one weakness of the British Army
Distance from home, long supply lines, poor knowledge of the land, weak motivation.
Why was the Battle of Bunker Hill considered important, even though the British won?
It proved colonists could fight bravely and stand up to the British.
Who wrote The Crisis, encouraging soldiers to keep fighting?
Thomas Paine.
Which foreign nation became America’s ally after Saratoga?
France.
What land did America gain in the Treaty of Paris?
Territory from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mississippi River.
⭐(Switcheroo): Why did some people in Britain not support the war?
The war was expensive, unpopular, and Britain had other concerns in Europe.
⭐(Switcheroo):Team answers their own question, but if correct, they must give half their points to another team of their choice.
⭐ (Double Trouble): What was Washington’s military strategy after 1776?
Fight a defensive war, avoid big battles, wear the British down.
⭐ (Double Trouble):Team can earn double points, but if they get it wrong, another team steals for double too!
⭐ (Challenge Round): What role did guerrilla fighters play in the South?
⭐ (Challenge Round):Instead of answering, the team must make the other team answer. If the chosen team gets it wrong, points go to the challengers.
Used hit-and-run attacks to weaken the British and disrupt supplies.
⭐ (Speed Round): What disadvantages did General Burgoyne face in New York?
⭐ (Speed Round):Everyone can answer (first to buzz gets it).
Long march, heavy baggage, rough terrain, surrounded by militias.
⭐ (Switcheroo): How did the Revolution inspire other parts of the world?
Inspired revolutions in France and Latin America.
⭐ Switcheroo – Team answers their own question, but if correct, they must give half their points to another team of their choice.
How did African Americans hope the Revolution might change their lives?
They hoped it would bring freedom or end slavery.
How did the Americans trap the British at Yorktown?
Washington’s troops and French allies surrounded Cornwallis by land and sea.
Which foreign ally helped America after Saratoga?
France.
How did the French navy help in the American victory?
Blockaded Yorktown and cut off British reinforcements.
Imagine you’re a soldier. Why might Washington be considered the most inspiring leader?
He stayed with troops through hardships, kept morale high, and led by example.