What is the significance of the battles of Lexington and Concord? Group of answer choices

A. It showed the British that war against the colonists would not be quick or easy

B. It showed the British the colonists would be easy to beat

C. It proved the British couldn't possibly beat the colonists

D. It showed the British they should get the French to help them beat the colonists

A

Explanation:

The British had to not only back down-- but retreat because the colonists proved they'd be a tough opponent. While the colonists lost many minutemen, the Battles of Lexington and Concord were considered a major military victory and displayed to the British and King George III that unjust behavior would not be tolerated in America. The battles also constituted the first military conflicts of the American Revolution.