American Revolution Quiz Pt 2-3

Who was elected president of the First Continental Congress?

• Edward Rutledge

• Thomas Paine

• Henry Middleton

• Arthur Middleton

What event marked the beginning of the American Revolution?

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The Battles of Lexington and Concord

• The Second Continental Congress

• The publication of Common Sense

Which group of people were known as 'Tories' by the Patriots?

• Patriots in the Upcountry

• Loyalists in the Lowcountry

• German immigrants

• Enslaved people

Who was known as 'The Swamp Fox' for using guerrilla warfare tactics against the British?

• Francis Marion

• Thomas Sumter

• Andrew Pickens

• William Harden

Which group of people initially avoided war during the American Revolution?

• Partisans

• Native Americans

• African Americans

• Women

What was the nickname given to Andrew Pickens for his role in the Revolution?

• The Gamecock

• The Swamp Fox

• The Mohawk

• The Wizard Owl

What was the lasting legacy of Thomas Sumter that can be seen today?

• A historical reenactment event

• A statue in the state capital

• A military base named after him

• A national park named after him

What was the effect of the Dunmore Proclamation on enslaved people?

• It resulted in increased plantation work for them

• It led to a rebellion against the British in the colonies

• It granted them freedom in exchange for service in the British army

• It allowed them to serve in non-military roles for the Continental Congress

Why did some groups choose not to choose a side in the Revolution?

• They wanted to avoid interference in their lives

• They were not allowed to participate in the war

• They were indifferent to the outcome of the war

• They were not affected by British rule

What was the role of women during the American Revolution?

• They led the fight against the British in the Upcountry

• They took over businesses and farms while men were at war

• They negotiated peace treaties with Native American tribes

• They served as soldiers in the military