Major Events during the American Revolution

Who was the commander and chief of the continental army?

• John Adams
• Benjamin Franklin
• George Washington
• Paul Revere

Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?

• Thomas Jefferson
• Patrick Henry
• King George III
• Benedict Arnold

Who turned against the Americans and joined the British Army?

• Thomas Jefferson
• Benedict Arnold
• Benjamin Franklin
• John Adams

Who was a British King who lost the American colonies?

• John Adams
• George Washington
• Thomas Jefferson
• King George III

Who was famous for their "Midnight Ride"?

• Paul Revere
• John Adams
• Patrick Henry
• Thomas Jefferson

Who was the second president of the U.S.?

• George Washington
• Benjamin Franklin
• Thomas Jefferson
• John Adams

Who was an inventor and scientist who helped create the Declaration of Independence?

• Patrick Henry
• John Adams
• Benjamin Franklin
• Paul Revere

Who is known for their "Give me liberty, or give me death" speech?

• Patrick Henry
• John Adams
• Thomas Jefferson
• Paul Revere

Where was the final battle of the war?

• Battle of Saratoga
• Battle of Lexington and Concord
• Battle of Yorktown

Who were patriots from Massachusetts who said they could be ready in a minutes notice?

• Midnight Riders
• Minutemen
• Quick Fighters
• Patriots on Foot