All of the following characteristics accurately describe the Continental Army, except:

Question

A. many poorly trained soldiers

B. outnumbered by the British army

C. commanded by General George Washington

D. hired German mercenaries known as Hessians

Answer 1

The characteristic that does not accurately describe the Continental Army is:

D. hired German mercenaries known as Hessians.

The Continental Army was made up of American colonists fighting for independence, while the Hessians were German mercenaries hired by the British army to fight against the American revolutionaries. The Continental Army did not hire Hessians; they were an enemy force.

Answer 2

From the start of the war, the British army was better trained, better supplied and better funded than the Continental Army.

True

False

Answer 3

True.

From the start of the American Revolutionary War, the British army was indeed better trained, better supplied, and better funded compared to the Continental Army. The British forces had a professional military experience, a well-established supply chain, and significant financial resources, while the Continental Army faced challenges related to training, equipment, and funding throughout much of the war.

Answer 4

Every year we celebrate the July 4th holiday as a celebration of which Revolutionary event?

the shot heard 'round the world (Lexington & Concord)

the British surrender at the Battle of Yorktown

the signing of the Declaration of Independence

the signing of the Treaty of Paris

Answer 5

Every year we celebrate the July 4th holiday as a celebration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. This date marks the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, when the thirteen American colonies declared their independence from British rule.

Answer 6

George Washington’s network of spies was known as the what Spy Ring.

Answer 7

George Washington's network of spies was known as the Culper Spy Ring. This espionage group was instrumental in gathering intelligence for the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. It operated primarily in New York and provided valuable information that helped Washington and his forces make strategic decisions.