Revolutionary War Study Guide

The events that led to the Revolutionary War were:

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The Boston Tea Party and Intolerable Acts

• The Louisiana Purchase

• The War of 1812

The social classes of colonial America were:

• Upper class, Middle class, Lower class

• Nobility, Clergy, Peasants

• Merchants, Artisans, Slaves

• Kings, Queens, Nobles

Which forces had advantages and disadvantages: British forces or continental forces?

• British forces had advantages and disadvantages.

• Continental forces had advantages and disadvantages.

• Both British and Continental forces had advantages and disadvantages.

• Neither British nor Continental forces had advantages and disadvantages.

Name two early battles around New York during the Revolutionary War.

• The Battle of Long Island and The Battle of Harlem Heights

• The Battle of Bunker Hill and The Battle of Saratoga

• The Battle of Trenton and The Battle of Princeton

• The Battle of Yorktown and The Battle of Lexington

The significance of Washington Crossing the Delaware was:

• a turning point in the American Revolutionary War

• a diplomatic mission to France

• a retreat from British forces

• a training exercise for the Continental Army

The outcome of the Siege of Fort Ticonderoga was:

• The British captured the fort.

• The Americans successfully defended the fort.

• The fort was abandoned by both sides.

• The siege ended in a stalemate.

What was the British 'Southern Strategy'?

• A military strategy to control the southern colonies during the American Revolutionary War.

• A diplomatic effort to form alliances with southern European countries.

• An economic plan to boost trade with southern hemisphere nations.

• A cultural initiative to promote British culture in southern regions.

The Treaty of Paris was:

• a peace agreement that ended the American Revolutionary War

• a trade agreement between European countries

• a treaty that established the United Nations

• an alliance between France and Spain

What problems did the nation face after the Revolutionary War?

• Economic instability and debt

• Technological advancements

• Discovery of new lands

• Formation of new alliances

Was the Revolutionary War revolutionary?

• Yes, it led to significant political and social changes.

• No, it did not bring about any major changes.

• It was revolutionary only in terms of military tactics.

• It was not revolutionary at all.