American Revolution Test

Which of the following groups of people were hired by the British to fight for them?

• British soldiers
• Native Americans
• French soldiers
• Hessians (Germans)

Who was an ally to the US? In other words, who helped the US during the war?

• Britain
• Germany
• France
• Canada

Why was the Battle of Bunker's Hill important for America, even though the colonists lost?

• Americans were able to capture a large group of Hessians
• Americans found a lot of supplies/ammunition
• Americans proved they could hold their own against the British Army
• Americans could see how much they needed to improve

In the early part of the war, what did Britain focus on capturing?

• The countryside
• Cities
• The South
• Yorktown

Which of the following is true about Loyalists' beliefs? Check all that apply.

• Some famous loyalists were George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Alexander Hamilton
• They were loyal to the king
• They were often wealthy merchants and relied on trade with Britain
• Viewed the revolution as treason

Which of the following is true about Patriots' beliefs? Check all that apply.

• They rejected the monarchy
• They supported the revolution
• They believed in liberty and individual rights
• They were often wealthy merchants and relied on trade with Britain

When was the Declaration of Independence signed?

• July 3rd, 1772
• May 5th, 1776
• January 21st, 1778
• July 4th, 1776

What are the 3 unalienable rights according to the Declaration of Independence?

• Life, Freedom, and Happiness
• Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness
• Liberty, Happiness, and freedom from war
• Liberty, Pursuit of Happiness, and money

According to the Declaration of Independence, what do the people have the right to do if their government does not protect the rights of its citizens?

• Abolish it and create a new government
• Leave their country and make a new one
• Protest
• Create a second government in a different section of the country

Why was the Battle of Saratoga a turning point in the war?

• The Americans lost George Washington after he was killed by a sniper.
• The British won the battle, and the American Revolution was over.
• The British lost General Cornwallis after he was killed by a sniper.
• The Americans gained the help of France and they became allies.