Question

why was the battle of saratoga a major turning point in the revolutionary war? (1 point)
the patriots’ naval blockade cut off british reinforcements.
the patriots’ victory persuaded the french to form an alliance.
the patriots’ advance forced the british to retreat from new england.
the patriots’ guerrilla - style tactics kept british forces divided in the south.

Explanation:

The Battle of Saratoga's significance as a turning point in the Revolutionary War was because the Patriots' victory convinced France to ally with the Americans. The French alliance provided crucial military and financial support. The other options are incorrect: there was no major Patriot naval blockade then, the British retreat context here is not accurate for Saratoga's turning - point reason, and guerrilla tactics in the South were more associated with later Southern campaigns, not Saratoga.

Answer:

The patriots' victory persuaded the French to form an alliance.