The American Revolution

Front

Which is the direct effect of Great Britain having debt due to the French and Indian War?

Back

The British Parliament passed the Stamp Act.

Front

What is the name of a tax placed on many goods imported from Britain?

Back

tariff

Front

Which colonist was killed during the Boston Massacre?

Back

Crispus Attucks

Front

What was the purpose in forming the Committees of Correspondence?

Back

To share news about British actions and colonial protests.

Front

Which action was the direct result of Parliament's Tea Act of 1773?

Back

The Boston Tea Party

Front

In which city was the first "shot heard round the world" fired?

Back

Lexington

Front

Which battle was lost simply due to the Patriots running out of ammunition?

Back

The Battle of Bunker Hill

Front

During the Second Continental Congress, who was chosen to lead the Continental Army?

Back

George Washington

Front

Who wrote a pamphlet called Common Sense?

Back

Thomas Paine

Front

Which document did Thomas Jefferson author?
Options: The Olive Branch Petition, The Declaration of Independence, The Treaty of Paris, The U.S. Constitution

Back

The Declaration of Independence