American Revolution Review

What was the main purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

• To declare war on Britain

• To establish a new monarchy in America

• To explain why the colonies were separating from Britain

• To create a new system of taxation

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

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• Battle of Saratoga

• Battle of Yorktown

• Battle of Lexington and Concord

Who was the commander of the Continental Army?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

• George Washington

• John Adams

What was the main reason the British imposed the Stamp Act and the Townshend Acts?

• To help the colonies develop their economy

• To punish the colonies for the Boston Tea Party

• To raise money to pay off war debts

• To give colonial merchants an advantage

What was the significance of the Treaty of Paris (1783)?

• It ended the French and Indian War

• It officially recognized American independence

Which group was responsible for organizing protests against British policies, including the Boston Tea Party?

• The Redcoats

• The Sons of Liberty

• The Loyalists

• The Federalists

What role did women play during the American Revolution?

• They were not involved in the war effort

• Some served as spies, nurses, and managed businesses in the absence of men

• They fought in large numbers as soldiers

• They sided entirely with the British

Why was the Battle of Yorktown significant?

• It marked the beginning of the war

• It led to the surrender of British forces, effectively ending the war

• It was the first battle where American forces outnumbered the British

• It resulted in the capture of George Washington

What was the purpose of the Committees of Correspondence?

• To improve communication between the colonies and Britain

• To organize colonial resistance and spread information about British actions

• To recruit soldiers for the Continental Army

• To draft the U.S. Constitution

10. What was the main advantage the Americans had over the British in the war?

• Superior military tactics

• Better leadership

• Knowledge of the land

• Stronger navy