Which of the following statements best describes African Americans' actions during the American Revolution?
A) They fought with the American colonists because they were fighting for the ideals of democracy.
B) They played no role in the revolution because they were forbidden from enlisting in the army.
C) They fought for the side that offered them their best chance at freedom.
D) They consistently chose to escape to the west, where they were adopted into Indian tribes.
Answer: C
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