Thomas Jefferson
* Development of US Government Quiz

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Deborah Davidson
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Leader of the army
Wrote the Declaration of Independence
Answer explanation
Thomas Jefferson is best known for writing the Declaration of Independence, which declared the American colonies' independence from British rule. He was not a military leader.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Thomas Paine
Wrote "Common Sense"
King during the Revolution
Answer explanation
Thomas Paine is best known for writing "Common Sense," a pamphlet that advocated for American independence. He was not a king during the Revolution, making "Wrote 'Common Sense'" the correct answer.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
George Washington
King of England
General of the Continental Army
Answer explanation
George Washington was the General of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War, leading the colonies to victory against British forces. He was not the King of England.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
King George III
King of England during the Revolution
Pennsylvania delegate
Answer explanation
King George III was the King of England during the American Revolution, opposing the colonies' quest for independence. The other option, Pennsylvania delegate, does not accurately describe his role.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What did the Treaty of Paris do?
It made Britain recognize the United States as a free country
It gave land to King George III
It kept the colonies part of Britain
Answer explanation
The Treaty of Paris, signed in 1783, officially ended the American Revolutionary War and recognized the United States as an independent nation, making Britain acknowledge its sovereignty.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What did the farmers do to show their frustration during Shays' Rebellion?
They wrote letters to the government.
They took over courthouses.
They held peaceful protests.
They moved to another state.
Answer explanation
During Shays' Rebellion, farmers expressed their frustration by taking over courthouses to prevent the government from seizing their properties for unpaid debts, highlighting their anger against economic injustices.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What did the soldiers at Valley Forge do despite the challenges they faced?
They gave up and went home.
They trained hard and became stronger.
They joined the British army.
They moved to a warmer location.
Answer explanation
Despite facing harsh conditions at Valley Forge, the soldiers trained hard, which helped them become stronger and more disciplined, ultimately contributing to their success in the Revolutionary War.
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