Question

question 3 of 10
the british were forced to abandon their northern strategy after:
a. they failed to take control of new york.
b. france entered the war on the patriots side.
c. patriot troops crossed the delaware river.
d. the patriot victory at saratoga.

Explanation:

The Battle of Saratoga was a turning - point in the American Revolutionary War. It was a major Patriot victory. After this victory, the British had to abandon their northern strategy. France also decided to enter the war on the Patriots' side mainly because of this victory. But the immediate reason for the British abandoning the northern strategy was the Patriot victory at Saratoga.
Taking control of New York was part of the British strategy before Saratoga. Crossing the Delaware River was a notable Patriot move but not the reason for the British abandoning the northern strategy.

Answer:

D. the Patriot victory at Saratoga.