Treaty of Paris Negotiations and Outcomes

The video discusses the Treaty of Paris of 1783, which marked the end of the American Revolution. After Cornwallis's surrender, peace negotiations began in Paris. The United States, represented by Franklin, Adams, Jay, and Laurens, rejected a French proposal that would have limited American expansion. Instead, they negotiated directly with England, securing generous terms, including fishing rights and territorial gains. The treaty, signed on September 3, 1783, recognized American independence. Franklin and Adams were notable for signing both the Declaration of Independence and the Treaty of Paris. The video concludes with a preview of the Newberg conspiracy.

What event led English officials to consider ending the war with the American colonies?

• The Battle of Bunker Hill

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• Cornwallis's surrender at Yorktown

• The Boston Tea Party

What was the French proposal regarding the boundaries of the United States?

• The U.S. would include all of Canada

• The U.S. would have no boundaries

• The U.S. would be limited to east of the Appalachians

• The U.S. would extend to the Pacific Ocean

What was the role of Spain in the French proposal during the peace negotiations?

• Spain would become a part of the United States

• Spain would gain control of all lands north of the Ohio River

• Spain would remain neutral

• Spain would take possession of all lands to the south

Who were the key American negotiators in the direct talks with England?

• George Washington and Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin and John Adams

• Alexander Hamilton and James Madison

• Thomas Paine and Patrick Henry

What was the main reason the United States decided to bypass the French in negotiations?

• To join forces with Canada

• To establish a monarchy

• To avoid conflict with Spain

• To gain more favorable terms from England

What critical rights were included in the agreement with England?

• Fishing rights off New Finland and access to the Mississippi River

• Control over the Caribbean islands

• Exclusive trade rights with Asia

• Ownership of the entire North American continent

What was the most important outcome of the Treaty of Paris for the United States?

• Gaining control of Canada

• Recognition of U.S. independence by England

• Establishing a monarchy in America

• Annexing Mexico

What was the significance of the Treaty of Paris for the boundaries of Virginia, North Carolina, and Georgia?

• They were merged into one state

• They became independent countries

• Their boundaries were extended

• Their boundaries were reduced

Which two American figures were present at both the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the Treaty of Paris?

• George Washington and Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin and John Adams

• Alexander Hamilton and James Madison

• Thomas Paine and Patrick Henry

What topic will be discussed in the next session following the Treaty of Paris?

• The Boston Tea Party

• The Newberg Conspiracy

• The signing of the Constitution

• The Battle of Bunker Hill