Question

how did the french respond when the colonies defeated the british at saratoga in the revolutionary war? (1 point) they formed an alliance with germany to attack the british. they supported the british in their efforts to control the colonies. they were encouraged to support the patriot effort. they withdrew their support of the british.

Explanation:

The American victory at Saratoga in the Revolutionary War was a turning - point. It convinced the French that the American colonists had a real chance of winning. As a result, the French decided to support the American patriot cause. They did not form an alliance with Germany to attack the British, nor did they support the British in controlling the colonies or withdraw support from the British in the way described.

Answer:

They were encouraged to support the patriot effort.