Turning Points in the War — Quiz

Question 10 • US History

Which statement best summarizes the development of France’s relationship with the Continental army?

Answer

France signed a formal alliance with the Continental army and provided aid, but withdrew its aid following colonial losses.

France initially did not think the colonists could win, but after victories by the Continental army, it provided aid and signed a formal alliance.

France provided aid to the Continental army from the beginning of the war, but later withdrew the aid before signing a formal alliance.

France provided aid from the beginning of the war and signed a formal alliance with the Continental army, but did not think the colonists could win.

Explanation

At first, France hesitated to support the colonists because it doubted they could defeat Britain. The Continental Army’s victory at Saratoga in 1777 persuaded France that the Americans had a real chance of winning. France then provided military and financial aid and signed a formal alliance in 1778, making B the best summary.

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