American Revolution Practice Flashcard

Front

Which had a greater population at the beginning of the Revolution: Britain or the colonies?

Back

Britain

Front

The colonies relied heavily on what kind of armed force?

Back

Militias

Front

Who was the commander of the Continental Army?

Back

George Washington

Front

Which of the following represented a geographical disadvantage for the British? Being trapped by the Appalachian mountains, Having to cross the Atlantic Ocean, Fighting on their home ground, Being unaccustomed to the harsh New England winters

Back

Having to cross the Atlantic Ocean

Front

The _____________ sided with Britain, whereas the ____________ sided with the colonies.

Back

Loyalists; Patriots

Front

Which of the following adjectives best describes Washington's leadership? Fearsome, Average, Weak, Inspiring

Back

Inspiring

Front

This was the first battle of the American Revolution where the first shots were fired.

Back

Battle of Lexington

Front

________________ was the King of England during the American Revolution.

Back

King George III

Front

Who rode at midnight to war Colonists that the British were coming?

Back

Paul Revere

Front

Patrick Henry was known for saying

Back

"Give me Liberty or give me death."