Question

why was the battle of saratoga a major turning point during the american revolution?
the battle destroyed the british navy.
the battle ended the activity of british troops in the west.
the battle convinced the french to help the colonies.
the battle eliminated the native american threat.

Explanation:

• Option 1: The British navy was not destroyed at Saratoga (a land battle), so this is incorrect.
• Option 2: The battle was in the north, not related to ending British activity in the west, so this is incorrect.
• Option 3: The American victory at Saratoga showed the colonies' potential to win, convincing France to ally with them, which was a major turning point.
• Option 4: Saratoga had no direct effect on eliminating Native American threats, so this is incorrect.

Answer:

C. The battle convinced the French to help the colonies.