Question

question 12 (5 points)
what made conditions worse during the american revolution?
word bank:
shortage of weapons major earthquake smallpox epidemic a drought that ruined crops
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question 13 (4 points)
where did the most famous naval battle of the american revolution take place in 1779?
o a off the coast of france
o b off the coast of england
o c in new york harbor
o d in the caribbean sea
question 14 (4 points)
what were privateers during the american revolution?
o a soldiers who fought only on land
o b government-run naval warships
o c merchants who traded with enemy nations
o d armed civilians who attacked enemy ships & kept their goods

Explanation:

• Question 12: During the American Revolution, a smallpox epidemic was a significant issue. It affected soldiers' health, reducing their combat effectiveness. There was no major earthquake during this period relevant to worsening conditions. While there were weapon shortages at times, the smallpox epidemic was a more widespread and impactful negative factor compared to the other options. A drought that ruined crops is not a well - known major factor in worsening conditions during the American Revolution.
• Question 13: The most famous naval battle of the American Revolution in 1779 was not off the coast of France or England. New York Harbor was more associated with land - based and early naval activities. The Caribbean Sea was a site of important naval battles during the American Revolution, including those involving French and Spanish fleets that supported the American cause.
• Question 14: Privateers were not soldiers who fought only on land (a). They were not government - run naval warships (b) as they were privately owned. Merchants who traded with enemy nations (c) is not the definition of privateers. Privateers were armed civilians (ship - owners) who had government licenses (letters of marque) to attack enemy ships and keep part of the captured goods.

Answer:

• Question 12: smallpox epidemic
• Question 13: d. In the Caribbean Sea
• Question 14: d. Armed civilians who attacked enemy ships & kept their goods