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1
The British recognized the United States as an independent nation in the ___________
Treaty of Paris of 1783
Treaty of Great Britain
Treaty of Paris of 1763
Treaty of America
2
The Battle of Yorktown
allowed the French to gain colonial territory.
showed the British that they could defeat the Patriots.
convinced colonists to comply with British rule.
was the last major battle of the American Revolution.
3
The Marquis de Lafayette was interested in the American Revolution because he
was interested in obtaining land west of the colonies.
believed in the ideas that inspired the Revolution.
had been hired by the Patriots to fight as a mercenary.
wanted to turn other nations away from Enlightenment ideas.
4
April 19, 1775, British soldiers searched for a colonial weapons storehouse located in
Boston.
Lexington.
Concord.
Bunker Hill.
5
What made the crossing of the Delaware River so difficult?
the current and ice blocks that were making it difficult
the winter storm lashing them at night
all of the above
the soldiers on the other side of the river.
6
In Common Sense Thomas Paine argued that laws should be made by
male landowners.
church leaders.
citizens.
kings and queens.
7
Among the list of 10 resolutions included in the Declaration of Rights, the main one was to
colonists were not ready to challenge Britain.
colonists were British citizens “entitled to rights.”
assure the colonists that “Britain sought a peace.”
ensure the colonists’ right to life, liberty, and property.
8
The winter at Valley Forge was a difficult time for the Continental Army because the army
had just lost several important battles.
refused to drill and train.
lacked protection and supplies.
began to turn against the Revolution.
9
Led the Patriot's to conquer British forts strengthening the American position in the West?
Patrick Henry
George Washington
Joseph Brant
George Rogers Clark
10
The goal of the First Continental Congress was to
draft a declaration of independence from the British crown.
develop a plan for undermining the decisions of the king.
state the concerns of colonists to the king.
establish a colonial government to rival the king.
11
At Lexington, Why did their captain yell, “ Don’t fire unless fired unless fired upon”?
He wanted to defend against attack, not start a war.
He wanted to reserve ammunition for future conflicts
He wanted to lure his enemies back to Boston
He wanted to hear, "The shot heard round the world"
12
How many troops did George Washington have at the Battle if Yorktown to surround Cornwallis?
10,000 - 15, 000
45,000 - 50,000
16,000 - 17,000
8,000 - 9,000
13
Who was nicknamed “the Swamp Fox,” and why?
George Rogers Clark who led troops through the Wabash River.
George Washington because his red hair was like a fox coat.
John Paul Jones, for his capturing the British warship.
Francis Marion - his lightning speed and guerrilla warfare.
14
How would the opinions of delegates to the Second Continental Congress be best characterized?
They were totally against the Declaration of Independence.
They were far from unified but were open to compromise.
They were completely at odds; failed to come to a consensus.
They were always in agreement; the meeting was unnecessary.
15
Who is know as the father of our Navy and said, “ I have not yet begun to fight”?
John Paul Jones
John Adams
George Washington
Thomas Paine
16
Which battle is considered the first battle of the Revolutionary War?
Battle of Boston
Battle of Breed’s Hill
Battle of Lexington
Battle of Concord
17
What was the first , fatal mistake that led to the Patriots defeat of the British at Yorktown?
George Washington trapped General Cornwallis.
A French naval seized control of Chesapeake Bay.
Charles Cornwallis prepare to attack a small patriot force.
Cornwallis moved troops to maintain communication with Navy
18
Why was winning the Battle of Trenton so important to George Washington?
The supply of cash Congress had given him was running low.
If he did not come out with a victory his career was over.
The contracts soldiers were due to expire.
He had chosen a defensive approach to war.
19
How was France’s interest in the Revolution financially important?
They provided monetary support for supplies and ammunition.
They would not allow its military to serve without pay.
They wanted land they had lost in French and Indian War.
They introduced its economic system to the colonists.
20
The Patriots faced difficulties fighting the war at sea because their
sailors were malnourished and many were sick.
sailors were brave but had difficulty following orders.
naval was too small to fight large battles of the British.
naval fleet was old and in disrepair.
21
What set backs did the Patriots face in the West?
They had never explored the area and did not know the land.
Had difficulty following orders of inexperienced leader.
They had not managed to win over many Native American.
Had trouble persuading Indian leaders to remain neutral.
22
Bernardo de Gálvez was a
Spanish defector who served in the British Army.
Patriot foe who helped increase British presence Louisiana.
Spanish ally who was inspired by the ideas of the Am. Rev.
Patriot ally who attacked British posts to Pensacola, FL
23
Which of these was not a result of the Treaty of Paris of 1783?
The war was officially over.
Land west of the thirteen colonies was given to France.
Great Britain recognized Independence of United States.
America’s borders were set.
24
He said, "I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country."
Patrick Henry
Marquis de Lafayette
Nathan Hale
George Washington
25
Who said, "Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death?"
Nathan Hale
George Washington
Marquis de Lafayette
Patrick Henry
26
Colonists who chose to side with the British were known as
Redcoats.
Whigs.
Patriots.
Loyalists.
27
What is the likely reason that Spain became an ally to the Patriots?
No other foreign nation believed in the Patriot cause.
Spain wanted to gain control of the colonies.
Spain wished to regain Florida from Britain.
It appeared that the Patriots were losing the war.
28
“E pluribus unum” which means
“out of many, one”
“justice for all”
“life and liberty”
“united as one”
29
Because the Patriots knew the land, they used a hit and run tactic called _______________.
capturing
guerilla warfare
retreating
recruiting
30
Why did thousands of African American slaves sign on with the British Army?
George Washington would not pay them for service to army.
British forces pledged to put an end to the slavery .
The British offered freedom to any slave.
British forces were better trained and equipped.
31
Which battle marked the turning point of the War in the American's favor?
Battle at Saratoga
Battle of Bunker Hill
Battle for New York
Valley Forge
32
Disease, lack of food, and shelter describe the living conditions soldiers at ____________.
New York City
Valley Forge
Yorktown
Boston
33
The rejection of Olive Branch Petition led to the meeting of the First Continental Congress.
True
False
34
Why was the idea of taxation without representation so important to the revolutionary cause?
King only taxed the colonists to force them into war.
King should only tax certain items.
Colonists were taxed without their consent.
King would have ended taxation if colonists kept the peace.
35
Who stated the famous quote, “These are the times that try men’s souls. “
John Paul Jones
General George Cornwallis
George Washington
Thomas Paine
36
What was the main issue debated during the Second Continental Congress?
whether to seek a peaceful or violent solution
how to plan a surprise attack against Britain
whether foreign allies would be beneficial
how to convert more colonists to the Patriot cause
37
Who wrote "The American Crisis"?
John Adams
Thomas Paine
Thomas Jefferson
Benjamin Franklin
38
What event led to the Patriots’ defeat of the British at Yorktown?
French naval fleet seized control of the Bay.
Cornwallis moved troops to maintain communication with Navy.
George Washington trapped General Cornwallis.
Charles Cornwallis prepared to attack a small Patriot force.
39
Two countries that joined the American cause were __________ and ____________.
France and Spain
England and France
England and Spain
France and Italy
40
Who disguised herself as a man so she could fight with the army?
Deborah Sampson
Molly Pitcher
Abigail Adams
Margaret Corbin
41
Nathan Hale was _______________.
an american journalist who died in the American Revolution
a spy for America who was caught and hung by the British.
an important writer of the Declaration of Independence
a spy for British who was caught and hung by the Americans
42
Why was the Battle of Saratoga a turning point for the Patriots?
The Patriots got the British to train the Continental Army.
The Patriots gained support of France, Prussia and Spain.
The Patriots realized they did not need foreign allies.
The Patriots saved the army from losing enlisted men.
43
Cornwallis was defeated at the _________, which was the last battle of the American Revolution.
Battle of Chesapeake
Battle of New York
Battle of Yorktown
Battle of Boston
44
Patrick Henry stated, “I am not a Virginian, but an American”. What was his intention?
to urge colonists to become Virginian.
to defend his resistance in violence
To urge colonists to join forces.
to ask the colonists to abolish slavery
