Multiple choice

Why is Lexington and Concord important?

  1. We captured the British

  2. The French helped us

  3. First shot of the Revolutionary War

  4. We won our first battle
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The battles of Lexington and Concord in April 1775 are historically recognized as the opening military engagements of the American Revolutionary War. They are often referred to as the shot heard round the world.

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