Leaders like george washington previously fought

independence from Britain. Leaders, like George Washington, previously fought
under British rule and were familiar with Britain’s military tactics. George
Washington’s refused to lead his army into a position to be surrounded or destroyed.
Colonists knew the territory well, while the British did not, which gave them home
field advantage. Britain’s rival, France, joins the fight by providing the Americans with
money, ground, and naval forces.

Part 2 Directions:
Analyze the quote below – describe what the quote means in
your own words and what it tells us about the time period. This section will be
worth 15 points of your exam grade.
From “The Examination of Martha Carrier” :
“Susan Sheldon cried out, in a trance I saw you murder 13 persons. Mary
Walcot testified the same, that there lay 13 Ghosts. All the afflicted fell into
most intolerable out-cries & agonies. Elizabeth Hubbard and Ann Putman
testified the same that she had killed
13 at Andover.