American Revolution Quiz

Where did the Second Continental Congress meet to name George Washington head of the Continental Army?

• Philadelphia

• Boston

• New York

• Charleston

What document declared the 13 colonies independent from Britain in 1776?

• Declaration of Independence

• Treaty of Paris

• Bill of Rights

• Articles of Confederation

Which battle is known as the first battle in the Revolutionary War?

• Lexington and Concord

• Battle of Trenton

• Battle of Saratoga

• Battle of Bunker Hill

What was a major disadvantage for the Redcoats during the American Revolution?

• Over 3000 miles away from home

• Lack of weapons

• Poor leadership

• No naval support

Who was the commander of the Continental Army?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Adams

Who were the American colonists that remained loyal to Britain?

• Loyalists

• Patriots

• Minutemen

• Rebels

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

• Battle of Saratoga

• Battle of Trenton

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• Battle of Yorktown

What treaty ended the Revolutionary War in 1783?

• Treaty of Paris

• Treaty of Versailles

• Treaty of Ghent

• Treaty of Utrecht

What was a significant advantage for Americans in winning the American Revolution?

• Superior naval power

• Homefield advantage

• Larger army

• Better technology

What was the purpose of Thomas Paine's pamphlet "Common Sense"?

• To support the British monarchy

• To encourage colonists to fight the British

• To promote trade with Britain

• To discourage independence