Unit 2 Test - Revolution

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What was the main reason the British began to tax the American colonists? Options: They wanted to make as much money as possible., to pay for the debt incurred due to the French & Indian War, to fund the Revolution, the Enlightenment thinkers' ideas inspired the taxes

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to pay for the debt incurred due to the French & Indian War

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The first battle of the Revolution where the Minutemen responded to Paul Revere's call to action was:

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Lexington & Concord

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How did most women contribute to the American victory in the Revolution? Options: They enlisted in the army in large numbers., They grew food and made materials for the army., They were vocal about Parliament's tax policies., They went to France to gain their support.

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They grew food and made materials for the army.

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What is significant about the battle of Saratoga?

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The French begin to support the Patriots.

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Which factor contributed to colonial victory in the American Revolution? Shortages of British troops, Disloyalty of British generals, Lack of British popular support, Weakness of British Navy

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Lack of British popular support

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Which phrase was used by some Americans to voice their concerns about British policies (laws)?

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No taxation without representation!

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John Locke's political theory was based on the idea that individuals:

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possess natural rights

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An intellectual movement in Europe where the problems of society can be solved through human reason refers to:

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The Enlightenment

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Which Enlightenment thinker authored "Common Sense", convincing many Americans to separate from England? Options: Voltaire, Locke, Paine, Franklin

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Paine

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Why did approximately 10,000 American slaves fight for the British in the Revolution?

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They tried to gain their freedom.