American Revolution Quiz - Author's Evidence

"Many colonists believed the British taxes were unfair because they had no representatives in Parliament. They argued that if they couldn’t vote on the taxes, they shouldn’t have to pay them."

What is the author’s main reason for saying British taxes were unfair?

• The taxes were too expensive

• The colonists were poor

• The colonists had no say in the decision

• Britain needed money for war

"Some people believed the Boston Tea Party was a brave act. They pointed to how the protestors risked punishment to stand up for what they believed was right."

What evidence does the author give to show the protestors were brave?

• They drank a lot of tea

• They wore disguises

• They risked punishment

• They were from Boston

The author says: “The Declaration of Independence was important because it told the world why the colonies wanted freedom.”

What kind of evidence would best support this point?

• A list of battles the colonists fought

• Quotes from the Declaration explaining their reasons

• A drawing of the signing ceremony

• A story about George Washington

“King George III raised taxes on paper, tea, and other goods. He also sent soldiers to live in people’s homes. These actions caused many colonists to feel angry and mistreated.”

Which sentence is the author’s evidence that the colonists felt mistreated?

• King George III raised taxes.

• He also sent soldiers to live in people’s homes.

• These actions caused many colonists to feel angry and mistreated.

• Other goods were taxed too.

"Patrick Henry said, 'Give me liberty or give me death!' This shows how strongly some colonists felt about freedom."

What is the author trying to show by using Patrick Henry’s quote?

• Colonists liked speeches

• Colonists were willing to fight for freedom

• Patrick Henry was famous

• The colonies were poor

“Although the British army was better trained, many colonists believed they had the advantage because they were fighting for their homes and families.”

What is the reason the colonists thought they had an advantage?

• They had more soldiers

• They had better weapons

• They were fighting on their own land

• The British had no leaders

"One reason the colonies wanted independence was that British laws were made without asking them. Colonists wanted to make their own decisions."

Which sentence supports the author’s point?

• Colonists wanted to make their own decisions.

• British laws were confusing.

• Taxes were paid in gold.

• Colonists were good farmers.

"The author states that Paul Revere’s ride was important because it warned the colonists the British were coming. This allowed the militias to prepare for battle."

What evidence does the author give to support the idea that Revere’s ride was important?

• It happened at night

• It helped the militias get ready

• Revere had a fast horse

• He shouted loudly

"Some historians argue that women played a key role in the war effort by making supplies, caring for the wounded, and sometimes even spying."

What is the author’s main point?

• Women were not allowed to fight

• Women were important to the war

• Spying was dangerous

• The war lasted many years

"Thomas Paine wrote Common Sense to convince people that independence was the right choice. He used strong reasons, such as the unfair rule of the king and the idea that people should govern themselves."

What is one reason Paine gave to support independence?

• The colonies were far away from Britain

• The king ruled unfairly

• People liked reading

• There were no British soldiers