Essay Planning: The Significance of Saratoga in the American Revolutionary War
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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
9 questions
~18 mins
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A worksheet designed to help students plan their essays on the importance of the Battle of Saratoga during the American Revolution, focusing on structured planning and critical thinking.
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Essay Planning: The Significance of Saratoga in the American Revolutionary War
Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Essay Planning: The Significance of Saratoga
Essay Question:
How important was the Battle of Saratoga in turning the tide of the American Revolution?
Introduction Thesis:
- Outline the overall argument about Saratoga's significance in the revolution.
- Mention the importance of the battle as a turning point.
Point 1 with Evidence:
- Explain how Saratoga boosted American morale and gained international support.
- Provide evidence such as France entering the war as an ally.
Point 2 with Evidence:
- Analyse the military advantages gained after Saratoga.
- Include evidence such as the surrender of British forces and strategic gains.
Counter-argument:
- Outline alternative views that question Saratoga's importance.
- Discuss reasons why some historians might argue it was less decisive.
Conclusion:
- Summarise the main points.
- State your own view on Saratoga's overall importance.
1.
Outline the main argument you will make in your essay about the significance of Saratoga.
[3 marks]2.
Explain how the Battle of Saratoga influenced France's decision to support the American colonies.
[4 marks]3.
Compare the military advantages gained by the Americans after Saratoga with the disadvantages faced by the British.
[6 marks]4.
Analyse why some historians might argue that Saratoga was not the most decisive event in the revolution.
[6 marks]5.
Outline the key points you would include in your essay to support the importance of Saratoga.
[3 marks]6.
Explain the impact of the Battle of Saratoga on British strategy in the war.
[4 marks]7.
Compare the perspectives of different historians on the significance of Saratoga. What are some points of agreement or disagreement?
[6 marks]8.
Analyse how the outcome of Saratoga affected the overall trajectory of the American Revolution.
[6 marks]9.
Write a conclusion summarising the importance of Saratoga in the American Revolution.
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