History Quiz

What was the French/Indian War?

• A conflict between the French and Spanish over trade routes.

• A war between the French and British over land in North America.

• A battle between Native American tribes for territory.

• A naval war between France and Britain in the Atlantic Ocean.

What was the result of the French/Indian War?

• The French gained control of Canada.

• The British lost and retreated to Europe.

• The British won and started taxing the colonists.

• The war ended with no clear winner.

What is the Stamp Act?

• A law that banned the use of stamps in the colonies.

• An act that imposed taxes on paper, stamps, and playing cards.

• A treaty that ended the French/Indian War.

• A document that declared American independence.

What is "Common Sense?"

• A novel about colonial life.

• A pamphlet by Thomas Paine encouraging independence.

• A British law restricting colonial trade.

• A speech by King George III.

Describe the Boston Massacre.

• A peaceful protest by colonists.

• A battle between French and British soldiers.

• A fight where British soldiers killed 5 colonists.

• A meeting to discuss colonial taxes.

What is the Proclamation of 1763?

• A law allowing colonists to settle west of the Appalachians.

• A decree by King George forbidding settlement past the Appalachians.

• A treaty with Native American tribes.

• A tax on imported goods.

Who was Patrick Henry?

• A British general during the American Revolution

• A founding father of America and governor of Virginia

• The first President of the United States

• A famous inventor from the 18th century

What was the significance of the events at Lexington and Concord?

• They marked the end of the American Revolution

• They were the first battles of the American Revolution

• They were peace talks between the British and colonists

• They were the signing of the Declaration of Independence

What was the Olive Branch Petition?

• A declaration of war against Britain

• A petition to maintain peace and end the war

• A request for more troops from France

• A trade agreement with Spain

What are Natural Rights?

• Rights given by the government

• Rights that can be taken away by law

• Rights a person is born with and cannot be taken away

• Rights specific to British citizens