American Nation Quiz

How did Loyalists view the decision on independence?

• As a necessary step

• As an act of betrayal

• As a minor change

• As a victory

What was the reaction of many revolutionaries to the idea of independence?

• They were excited and confident

• They were anxious and uneasy

• They were indifferent

• They were opposed

In 1775, what was the general American attitude towards independence?

• They were fully supportive

• They were not even considering it

• They were strongly opposed

• They were indifferent

What did the states find in the Declaration of Independence that helped them unite?

• Differences in their cause

• Similarities in their cause

• Economic benefits

• Military strategies

Why were Loyalists distressed over the actions of the Revolutionaries?

• They wanted to join the French Empire

• They felt the Continental Congress was acting illegally

• They wanted to remain part of the British Empire

• They were against any form of government

What did 547 Loyalists in New York sign to affirm their loyalty to the British Empire?

• Declaration of Independence

• Declaration of Rights

• Declaration of Dependence

• Declaration of Unity

What was the purpose of the Declaration of Dependence written by 547 Loyalists?

• To prove they were ordinary citizens not wanting independence

• To declare war on Britain

• To support the grievances written in the Declaration of Independence

• To request financial aid from Britain

Why did Congress send a Treaty of Alliance to France?

• To ensure they would not be a threat

• To declare war on France

• To request financial aid

• To establish trade relations

What was the purpose of the League of Armed Neutrality formed by other nations?

• To support Britain's control of the sea

• To contest Britain's control of the sea and protect neutral shipping

• To form an alliance with the United States

• To fight a global war against European nations

How did Abigail Adams interpret the phrase "all men are created equal"?

• As applying only to men

• As applying to all of mankind, including women

• As a call to end slavery

• As a reason to support Britain