NW American Revolution Test Review

Front

What does the term "boycott" mean in the context of the American colonies?

Back

To refuse to buy

Front

What were the Coercive Acts also known as?

Back

The Intolerable Acts

Front

What was the first battle of the American Revolution?

Back

Lexington and Concord

Front

What phrase did Paul Revere shout to warn the colonists?

Back

"The British are coming!"

Front

What was the result of the Battle at Lexington?

Back

The British won

Front

What was the result of the Battle at Concord?

Back

The British retreated.

Front

What did the First Continental Congress decide regarding troop training?

Back

Each colony had to begin training troops

Front

Who were the American allies during the Battle of Yorktown? Options: The Spanish, The French, The Dutch, The Germans

Back

The French

Front

What was the Olive Branch Petition?

Back

A letter asking for peace

Front

What did the colonists want from King George III in the Olive Branch Petition?

Back

To stop fighting and make peace