Question

1. what happened to burgoynes troops after their initial victory at freemans farm? a. they were reinforced and advanced quickly b. they suffered heavy casualties and could not continue c. they retreated to canada d. they captured philadelphia 7. who was considered the true hero of the battle of bemis heights? a. horatio gates b. benedict arnold c. john burgoyne d. daniel morgan 8. when did burgoyne surrender to the americans? a. october 1, 1777 b. october 7, 1777 c. october 17, 1777 d. september 19, 1777 9. what was a significant consequence of the american victory at saratoga? a. the british gained support from the french b. the americans lost morale c. the french decided to aid the americans d. george washington resigned 10. why did many people begin to call for horatio gates to replace george washington? a. gates was more experienced b. gates had just won a major battle c. washington was losing support d. gates was more popular with the troops

Explanation:

1. After initial success, Burgoyne's troops suffered heavy casualties and couldn't continue effectively.
2. Benedict Arnold played a crucial role in the Battle of Bemis Heights and is considered a hero.
3. John Burgoyne surrendered to the Americans on October 17, 1777.
4. The American victory at Saratoga convinced the French to aid the Americans.
5. Horatio Gates won a major battle (Battle of Saratoga), leading some to call for him to replace Washington.

Answer:

1. b. They suffered heavy casualties and could not continue
2. b. Benedict Arnold
3. c. October 17, 1777
4. c. The French decided to aid the Americans
5. b. Gates had just won a major battle