American Reviolution in 9 Minutes

The video covers the exploration and colonization of North America, leading to tensions between the American colonies and Britain. It details the events that escalated into the American Revolutionary War, including the Boston Tea Party and the battles of Lexington and Concord. The Declaration of Independence marked a turning point, with key battles like Saratoga and alliances with France and Spain shifting the war in favor of the Americans. The Southern campaigns culminated in the British defeat at Yorktown. Post-war, the United States formed its Constitution and elected George Washington as its first president, setting the stage for its future growth.

What was the main reason the American colonists refused to pay British taxes?

• They wanted to support local businesses instead.

• They believed the taxes were too high.

• They were already paying taxes to local governments.

• They lacked representation in the British Parliament.

Which event marked the beginning of armed conflict between the American colonies and Britain?

• The Battle of Lexington and Concord

• The Boston Tea Party

• The Boston Massacre

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

Who was appointed as the general of the Continental Army?

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• Benjamin Franklin

• George Washington

Which battle is considered a turning point in the Revolutionary War due to the American victory?

• The Battle of Saratoga

• The Battle of Bunker Hill

• The Battle of Yorktown

• The Battle of Trenton

Which foreign country officially declared its support for the American colonies in 1778?

• Spain

• France

• The Netherlands

• Portugal

What was the outcome of the Siege of Yorktown?

• The British forces surrendered, leading to the end of the war.

• The American forces were forced to retreat.

• The French forces withdrew from the conflict.

• The British forces successfully defended their position.

What significant document was drafted in 1787 and ratified in 1788?

• The U.S. Constitution

• The Articles of Confederation

• The Bill of Rights

• The Declaration of Independence