Which statement is true of the winter of 1777-1778?

A) Washington sent most of his men home so they would be housed and fed and could meet their families' needs.

B) Despite the cold, most American soldiers were able to stay healthy and keep their spirits up.

C) Washington's Continental Army suffered in a hastily built camp without adequate food or clothing.

D) The British officers in Philadelphia suffered due to a lack of food and fuel for heating.

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Parks

9 January, 19:25

Which statement is true of the winter of 1777-1778?

A) Washington sent most of his men home so they would be housed and fed and could meet their families' needs.

B) Despite the cold, most American soldiers were able to stay healthy and keep their spirits up.

C) Washington's Continental Army suffered in a hastily built camp without adequate food or clothing.

D) The British officers in Philadelphia suffered due to a lack of food and fuel for heating.

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Hallie Burch · Answer 1

C. Washington's Continental Army suffered in a hastily built camp without adequate food or clothing.

This winter soldiers camped out at Valley Forge and suffered loses from frostbite and illness.