Which of the Following Transpired When the British Attacked New

question 86

Multiple Choice

Which of the following transpired when the British attacked New York in late August 1776?

• A) Washington ambushed and routed them.
• B) Washington met them with a larger, more experienced force.
• C) Washington learned the superiority of the militia to regular troops.
• D) The American army was fortunate to make a narrow escape overnight.
• E) The Americans received French reinforcements just in time.

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