Which of the Following Is True Concerning the 1776 Battle

question 73

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true concerning the 1776 battle for New York City?

• A) Although the British won the battle, their army was demoralized by the number of casualties suffered.
• B) Washington successfully defended New York City and demonstrated his abilities as a military tactician.
• C) Due to mistakes made by Washington and his men, the city fell to the British.
• D) Washington realized too late that he should have abandoned the city to the British without a fight.

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