Multiple Choice Question

Use the chart illustrating European support for the United States during the Revolutionary War to answer the question.
The chart shows that France supplied naval support, weapons and supplies, and military training. Spain and the Netherlands each provided financial support.

What conclusion can be drawn based on the chart?
A
.

The allies of the United States used diplomacy to establish peace between the warring sides.
B.

The people of the United States did not support war with Great Britain.
C.

The US government was not expecting to engage in war with Great Britain.
D.

The US military lacked the funding and preparation necessary to achieve victory.

1 answer

Based on the information provided in the chart regarding European support for the United States during the Revolutionary War, the conclusion that can be drawn is:

D. The US military lacked the funding and preparation necessary to achieve victory.

This conclusion aligns with the chart's mention of financial support from Spain and the Netherlands, which indicates that the US had to rely on foreign assistance to support its war efforts.