Personal Contributions to the Revolution

Multiple Choice

In 1781, who helped George Washington achieve victory at the Battle of Yorktown?

• Thomas Jefferson and Patrick Henry

• James Lafayette and the Marquis de Lafayette

• Benjamin Franklin and John Adams

• Alexander Hamilton and John Jay

Multiple Choice

Which date do some historians believe should be celebrated as Independence Day, based on Thomas Jefferson's document?

• July 2nd, 1776

• July 4th, 1776

• June 17th, 1775

• August 2nd, 1776

Multiple Choice

How did Patrick Henry inspire patriots from other colonies during the American Revolution?

• By writing the Declaration of Independence

• By leading the Continental Army

• By speaking out against taxation without representation

• By negotiating peace with Britain

Fill in the Blank

James Lafayette served as a ___ during the Revolutionary War.

Fill in the Blank

The phrase 'give me liberty or give me ___' was famously spoken by Patrick Henry.

Multiple Choice

Which Virginian provided military leadership by serving as commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War era?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• Patrick Henry

• James Lafayette

Multiple Choice

Who served as a spy in the Continental Army and later fought for his freedom after the Revolutionary War?

• James Lafayette

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• Patrick Henry

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements accurately describe contributions made by Virginians and a Frenchman during the Revolutionary War era?

• George Washington provided military leadership.

• Thomas Jefferson provided political leadership.

• Patrick Henry inspired patriots with his speech.

• James Lafayette was a British general.

Open Ended

If you could ask one of these men a question about their role during the American Revolution, what would you ask and why?

Fill in the Blank

James Lafayette was born into ___ in New Kent, Virginia.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following individuals was born in France and contributed to the Revolutionary War era?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• Patrick Henry

• The Marquis de Lafayette