Topic Test: The Revolutionary Era

Front

Based on the table, which statement summarizes one result of the French and Indian War?

Back

It marked the end of French power in North America.

Answer explanation

The French and Indian War resulted in the Treaty of Paris (1763), which significantly reduced French territorial claims in North America, effectively marking the end of French power on the continent.

Front

Why did the British want to expand their control into the Ohio Valley in the mid-1700s?

Back

to gain access to the region’s natural resources

Answer explanation

The British aimed to expand into the Ohio Valley primarily to gain access to its rich natural resources, which were vital for economic growth and military advantage, rather than solely to confront the French or assert dominance.

Front

Look at the image of Chief Pontiac rallying American Indians against the British colonists. Which event caused the action shown in the image?

Back

The British were building farms and forts on American Indian lands.

Answer explanation

The image depicts Chief Pontiac rallying American Indians in response to British colonists encroaching on their lands by building farms and forts, which directly threatened their territory and way of life.

Front

How did the Stamp Act contribute to the Boston Massacre?

Back

Colonists angered by British taxes took out their frustrations on British troops, which eventually led the troops to fire at the colonists.

Answer explanation

The Stamp Act angered colonists, leading to frustration towards British troops. This tension escalated, resulting in the troops firing on the colonists during the Boston Massacre.

Front

What event led to the first shots being fired at the battles of Lexington and Concord?

Back

The attempt by the British to seize colonial military stores.

Answer explanation

The first shots at Lexington and Concord were fired when British troops attempted to seize colonial military stores, escalating tensions and marking the start of armed conflict.

Front

Which description identifies the role of the people in the table? Options: Admirals who led the American navy, Traitors captured by the Continental Army, British generals controlling the colonies, Europeans who aided Patriot forces

Back

Europeans who aided Patriot forces

Answer explanation

The correct choice, 'Europeans who aided Patriot forces', identifies individuals from Europe who supported the American Revolution, contrasting with the other options that refer to military leaders or traitors.

Front

Which of the following excerpts is a grievance of the American colonists that was included in the Declaration of Independence? A. "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” B. “Such has been the patient sufferance of these Colonies; and such is now the necessity which constrains them to alter their former Systems of Government.” C. “He has dissolved Representative Houses repeatedly, for opposing with manly firmness his invasions on the rights of the people.” D. “We, therefore, the Representatives of the United States of America. . . solemnly publish and declare, That these United Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and Independent States . . .”

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“He has dissolved Representative Houses repeatedly, for opposing with manly firmness his invasions on the rights of the people.”

Answer explanation

Choice C highlights a specific grievance of the colonists against the British Crown, detailing the dissolution of their representative assemblies, which directly infringed upon their rights.

Front

Which of the following was a result of these actions? A. The colonists were given representation in Parliament. B. A new American identity developed. C. Large numbers of settlers left the colonies. D. Local merchants became wealthy from taxes.

Back

A new American identity developed.

Answer explanation

The actions taken by the colonists, particularly in response to British policies, fostered a sense of unity and distinct identity among them, leading to the development of a new American identity.

Front

What motivated most African American soldiers to fight in the Revolutionary War with the Patriots?

Back

the hope that the war would also bring an end to slavery

Answer explanation

Most African American soldiers were motivated by the hope that fighting for the Patriots would lead to an end to slavery, as they believed their participation could help secure freedom for themselves and their communities.

Front

What effect did the capture of Fort Ticonderoga have on the fighting in Boston between the American colonists and the British?

Back

The British left Boston when they saw the fort’s cannons positioned on Dorchester Heights above Boston.

Answer explanation

The capture of Fort Ticonderoga allowed the Americans to position its cannons on Dorchester Heights, threatening the British in Boston. This led to the British evacuating the city to avoid being bombarded.