Question

Which of these BEST describes the significance of the Battle of Kettle Creek (February 1779)?
Responses
A The Patriot victory convinced France to support the Patriots.The Patriot victory convinced France to support the Patriots.
B The British victory there solidified their control of the state.The British victory there solidified their control of the state.
C The Patriot victory there raised the morale of all Georgia Patriots.The Patriot victory there raised the morale of all Georgia Patriots.
D The British victory there prevents the Patriots from retaking Savannah.

Answer 1

C — The Patriot victory at Kettle Creek raised Patriot morale in Georgia. It disrupted Loyalist recruiting, seized much-needed supplies, and boosted local support, though it did not change British control of coastal Savannah.