How did the French respond when the colonies defeated the British at Saratoga in the Revolutionary War?

Responses

They supported the British in their efforts to control the colonies.
They supported the British in their efforts to control the colonies. - no response given

They formed an alliance with Germany to attack the British.
They formed an alliance with Germany to attack the British. - no response given

They were encouraged to support the patriot effort.
They were encouraged to support the patriot effort. - no response given

They withdrew their support of the British.

1 answer

The correct response is: They were encouraged to support the patriot effort.

The American victory at the Battle of Saratoga in 1777 was a pivotal moment in the Revolutionary War, as it demonstrated to the French that the American colonists could win against the British. This victory encouraged France to formally support the American cause, leading to an alliance between France and the United States in 1778.