Question

During the Revolutionary War, James Armistead, an African American, was
A.
part of a British plot to kidnap Paul Revere.
B.
given a medal for saving George Washington.
C.
a spy for the American Continental Army.
D.
the first slave to fight for the British.

Answer 1

C. A spy for the American Continental Army

Answer 2

Answer:

C

Explanation:

James Armistead was a spy for the American Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. Armistead pretended to be a slave in a British army camp. While in the camp, Armistead overheard many battle plans that he shared with the Continental Army. The information he gave the colonial leaders helped the colonial army defeat the British in several important battles.