American Revolution Quiz

Which war took place between 1754 and 1763?

• French and Indian War

• Boston Massacre

• Sugar Act

• Intolerable Acts

What was the purpose of the Stamp Act of 1765?

• To tax printed materials

• To house British soldiers

• To tax tea

• To punish Boston for the Tea Party

What were the Townshend Acts of 1767 primarily about?

• Taxing tea

• Taxing imported goods

• Housing soldiers

• Punishing Boston

Which act in 1773 led to the Boston Tea Party?

• Stamp Act

• Tea Act

• Sugar Act

• Quartering Act

Which founding father was known for his role in drafting the Declaration of Independence?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• Alexander Hamilton

• John Hancock

Who was the first President of the United States?

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

• Benjamin Franklin

Which individual is known for his famous 'Give me liberty, or give me death!' speech?

• Patrick Henry

• John Hancock

• Thomas Paine

• James Madison

Who was the leader of the Continental Army during the American Revolution?

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

• John Adams

• Alexander Hamilton

Which document was created in 1754 as an early attempt to unify the American colonies?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Albany Plan of Union

• The Olive Branch Petition

• Common Sense

What was the main strategy of the Continental Army during the American Revolution?

• Offensive strategy

• Defensive strategy

• Naval strategy

• Guerrilla warfare