"Saratoga proved to be a major turning point in the war," says your text, referring to which of the following?

A. The military standoff forced General Howe to turn toward Philadelphia instead of linking up with General Burgoyne.
B. Britain's defeat led to a treaty of alliance with France, opening a new phase of the war.
C. Britain's defeat meant they abandoned all hope of subduing the rebellion and opened negotiations for peace and American independence.
D. Britain's success meant they retained control of the seas after all.


Answer: B

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