What Ultimately Led to the Americans Using Black Recruits in the Continental

question 97

Multiple Choice

What ultimately led to the Americans using black recruits in the Continental army?

• A) Washington did not want the British to gain an advantage by using ex-slaves.
• B) Washington felt they were superior soldiers.
• C) The Continental Congress stated black soldiers would not be given any compensation.
• D) The French insisted that the Continental army be a diverse fighting force.
• E) Washington saw black enlistment as the quickest way to end slavery in the colonies.

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Bulimia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by periods of binge eating followed by purging, to avoid weight gain.

Vomiting

The forceful expulsion of the contents of one's stomach through the mouth, often as a response to illness or ingestion of irritants.

Overeating

The consumption of food in quantities greater than the energy expenditure of the individual, often leading to weight gain.

Bulimia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by episodes of binge eating followed by behaviors to prevent weight gain, such as vomiting or excessive exercise.