The Notorious Benedict Arnold Flashcards
Which Benedict Arnold is the protagonist?
Benedict Arnold the 6th.
What was the occupation of person that he apprenticed to?
An apothecary.
Who dies in the prologue?
John André.
What happened to Andre after he was caught?
He is hanged for being a spy.
What did Benedict do after he was found out for betrayal?
He left America for Britain.
Who was Benedict Arnold’s wife?
Peggy Arnold nee Shippen
What was Benedict Arnold’s sister?
Hannah Arnold
Instead of a hanging, how did John Andre want to die? (Hint: He considered this the more honorable option.)
He wanted to be shot to death with a firing squad.
Who was the unsuspecting farmer that helped John Andre get back to British territory?
Joshua Hett Smith
How many ships did the Americans have for the battle of Valcour Island? How many did the British have?
The Americans had 15 ships. The British had 34 ships.
Who lead the British in the battle of Valcour Island?
Guy Carelton
Who was John Andre’s bed mate as he was traveling to Philadelphia after he was captured?
Henry Knox
How old was Benedict Arnold when he died?
He was 60 years old.
Why was West Point such an important location for the war?
It affectedly split New York, and America in half. So, the rebels needed it to remain united and the British needed it to split the colonies apart.
Who “won” the command of the Northern Army, Philip Schuyler or Horatio Gates?
Horatio Gates got command of the Northern Army.
