Question

The Battle of Saratoga was a turning point in the American Revolution because:

A. the colonists were defeated and lost possession of NewYork

B. Native Americans joined the war against the colonies during the battle

C. Great Britain was forced to join an alliance with France against the colonies

D. the colonial victory convinced France to support American independence

Answer 1

The answer is D. the colonial victory convinced France to support American independence.

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Why is this the case?

Basically, the success that the Americans had given France some confidence in America, and then they made the final decision to ally with America. America later owed France a great deal of there success.

Answer 2

D - this battle proved to France that Americans were strong and had the potential to win leading to their alliance :)

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