Question

What was the outcome the British were looking for from the Battle of Saratoga?

A. The British hoped to cut New England off from the rest of the colonies.
B.The British hoped to get the support of local Native American tribes.
C.The British hoped a victory at Saratoga would make the Americans surrender and end the war.
D.The British soldiers hoped to gain access to an important trading route to get much needed supplies from Britain.

Answer 1

The answer is a. The expedition, led by Burgoyne, was supposed to rendezvous on the Hudson with another force coming from New York, with the intention of cutting off New England.