Why Did a French Government Representative Declare Esther De Berdt

question 6

Multiple Choice

Why did a French government representative declare Esther de Berdt Reed "the most fearless and active" patriot the Revolution had inspired?

• A)She had aided the French Navy.
• B)She had fought in the front lines of the Continental Army.
• C)She had successfully spied on the British Army.
• D)She had organized the first major fund drive in American history.

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