Question

how did washington gain control of boston?
(1 point)
o he sent 16,000 troops to launch a surprise attack on the british fort protecting boston.
o he surrounded the harbor, giving them no option other than to surrender.
o he strategically placed cannons overlooking the harbor which forced out the british.
o he gained the trust of native americans who led a deadly attack on the british.

Explanation:

During the Siege of Boston in the American Revolutionary War, after the Battle of Bunker Hill, the Continental Army (led by Washington) managed to get cannons from Fort Ticonderoga. These cannons were placed on Dorchester Heights overlooking Boston Harbor. The British, realizing they were at a disadvantage with these cannons targeting their ships in the harbor, had to evacuate Boston.

Answer:

He strategically placed cannons overlooking the harbor which forced out the British.