When the British Attacked New York in Late August 1776

question 75

Multiple Choice

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 escape
• E) the Americans received French reinforcements just in time

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