George Washington's primary goal as commander-in-chief of the Continental Army was to

A) avoid decisive military losses.
B) prevent British reinforcements from coming ashore.
C) destroy the British army.
D) secure financial aid from foreign sources.

Commander-In-Chief

The title held by the president of a country or the highest-ranking official of the armed forces, denoting supreme authority over the military organizations.

Continental Army

The Continental Army was the unified command structure of the thirteen colonies fighting Great Britain during the American Revolutionary War, established by the Second Continental Congress in 1775.

Financial Aid

Monetary assistance provided to individuals, particularly students, to help cover the costs of education, typically in the form of loans, grants, scholarships, or work-study programs.