The American Revolution Quiz

What were the main causes of the American Revolution?

• Lack of access to education

• Imposition of taxes, lack of representation, desire for independence

• Economic prosperity

• Introduction of universal suffrage

Which event led to the outbreak of the American Revolution?

• French and Indian War

• Boston Tea Party

• Signing of the Declaration of Independence

• Battle of Lexington and Concord

How did the American Revolution impact society?

• It led to the establishment of a new nation and the adoption of democratic principles.

• It led to the establishment of a monarchy

• It caused the collapse of the economy

• It had no impact on society

What is the significance of the Declaration of Independence?

• It declared the thirteen American colonies as independent states, free from British rule.

• It declared war on France

• It established the first American constitution

• It abolished slavery in the United States

What did the Treaty of Paris do?

• Declared war on the United States

• Granted independence to Canada

• Ended the American Revolutionary War

• Established the United States as a British colony

Which act imposed a tax on all paper documents in the American colonies?

• Townshend Acts of 1767

• Stamp Act of 1765

• Intolerable Acts of 1774

• Tea Act of 1773

Who wrote the pamphlet 'Common Sense' which argued for American independence?

• Benjamin Franklin

• Thomas Paine

• George Washington

• John Adams

Which battle is considered the turning point of the American Revolution?

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• Battle of Gettysburg

• Battle of Saratoga

• Battle of Yorktown

What was the main purpose of the Olive Branch Petition?

• To declare war on Great Britain

• To seek reconciliation with Great Britain and avoid a war

• To seek assistance from France

• To establish a new government

Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

• John Adams

• Benjamin Franklin