In the ancient world, all of the following were characteristics of common citizens except: a. they were rarely educated. b. they had no voice in government. c. they were not active in government. d. they could move up the social and economic ladder with hard work.

What is the significance of the battle of saratoga? a. the defeat at saratoga allowed the british to invade new england by land. b. after the defeat at saratoga france refuse to sign a treaty with the united states. c. the british won a decisive victory at saratoga. d. after the victory at saratoga france gave open support to the united states including arms money and ships.