How did the French respond when the colonies defeated the British at Saratoga in the Revolutionary War?
They were encouraged to support the patriot effort.
They supported the British in their efforts to control the colonies.
They withdrew their support of the British.
They formed an alliance with Germany to attack the British.
which one is right?
The correct response is:
They were encouraged to support the patriot effort.
The victory at Saratoga was pivotal in the American Revolutionary War because it persuaded France that the Americans had a chance of winning the conflict against the British. Consequently, France decided to openly support the American cause, leading to a formal alliance between France and the American colonies in 1778. This support included military assistance and contributed significantly to the eventual success of the American Revolution.