Revolutionary War

What effect did Common Sense have in colonies?

• It instilled fear of war in the colonist.

• It convinced the colonies to remain loyal to Great Britain

• It persuaded many colonists that America should be independent nation.

• It petitioned the king to end the quarrel between the colonies and Great Britain.

Why was Declaration of Independence written?

• to start American Revolution

• to offer peace settlement to Great Britain

• instruct how to win freedom

• to explain why colonies were separating from Great Britain

Purpose of Olive Branch Petition was to

• persuade British troops to leave Boston

• encourage colonists to join army

• to repeal Stamp Act

• to ask King George to make peace with colonies

To Great Britain signing of Dec. of Indep. was

• act of loyalty

• act of treason

• act of bravery

• act of insanity

Effect of African Americans helping cause of independence :

• slavery is abolished

• several colonies took steps to end slavery

• African Americans were given freedom

• they were respected and awarded for bravery

Why did African Americans join Continental Army?

• They had excellent military skills.

• They were paid generously

• They blamed Great Britain for enslavement

• They hoped independence would lead to end slavery.

Which statement describes Washington's military strategy after 1776?

• to avoid battles

• to defeat British in one large battle

• fight defensive war and tire British out

• prevent food and supplies from reaching British

Effect of American victory at Battle of Saratoga

• British gained confidence

• Burgoyne resigned

• Great Britain withdrew from Canada

• European countries came to aid America

Which nation became ally of America after victory at Saratoga?

• France

• Canada

• Mexico

• Germany

Why did many British people not support the war?

• king was unpopular

• they wanted to move to America

• cost to taxpayers was too high

• they wanted America to be independent.