This painting shows the surrender of British General John Burgoyne at Saratoga, New York, on October 17, 1777. The Battle of Saratoga is considered to be a major turning point in the American Revolution.

Using Source 7, how did the Battle of Saratoga shape the course of the American Revolution?

A.The outcome of the battle encouraged the French to give support to the American cause.

B.The battle demonstrated that the British were the better-trained military force and were likely to defeat the Americans.

C.The outcome of the battle encouraged many Native Americans to remain neutral for the rest of the war.

D.The battle demonstrated that General Burgoyne’s plan to separate the colonies from one another could be successful.