Which of the following best states two central ideas of Selection 1? A. General George Washington lost to the British in New York; the Patriots defeated the British in Trenton. B. The Continental Army lacked discipline and supplies; nevertheless, General George Washington was willing to lead it. C. The Continental Congress placed General George Washington in charge of the Continental Army; as its leader, he faced many challenges, such as lack of supplies. D. Defeating Great Britain required George Washington to turn the Continental Army into an effective force; at Trenton, he made bold decisions that restored the hope of victory.
