Thomas Gage and the American Revolution

What was Thomas Gage's role in North America in 1763?

• Leader of the Sons of Liberty

• Prime Minister of Britain

• British Commander-in-Chief of North America

• Governor of Massachusetts

Why did many in the British Parliament believe the Colonies should pay for their own defense?

• The Colonies had a surplus of resources

• The Colonies had refused to send troops to Europe

• Britain was left with debt after the French and Indian War

• The Colonies were demanding independence

How did Gage attempt to maintain peace in the Colonies?

• By granting independence to the Colonies

• By negotiating with the Sons of Liberty

• By moving troops to Boston and New York

• By reducing taxes

What event marked a significant escalation in tensions between the British and the Colonists?

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The Battle of Bunker Hill

• The Boston Tea Party

• The Boston Massacre

What was the outcome of Gage's decision to send a patrol to Concord?

• Gage was promoted for his decisive action

• The Patriots surrendered peacefully

• The British successfully seized munitions

• The militia was ready, leading to the start of the war