American Revolution Quiz (6.7)

What advantage did colonial militias have over the British army?

• a. More soldiers

• b. Better weapons and equipment

• c. Knowledge of the land

• d. Professional military training

What role did Paul Revere play in the Battles of Lexington and Concord?

• a. Messenger

• b. Soldier

• c. Negotiator

• d. Doctor

The Second Continental Congress accomplished all of the following, except:

• a. Organize the Minutemen

• b. Form the Continental Army

• c. Appoint George Washington as leader

• d. Write the Declaration of Independence

Thomas Paine's “Common Sense” helped convince colonists that:

• a. Peace with England was still possible

• b. Joining the Continental Army was a bad idea

• c. France could not be trusted as an ally

• d. Independence from England was the only option

George Washington's surprise attack across the Delaware River resulted in:

• a. A defeat for American forces

• b. Loss of support for independence

• c. Benedict Arnold changing sides

• d. More recruits for the Continental Army

The diplomatic efforts of _____ helped convince France to support the American colonies.

• a. William Dawes

• b. Benjamin Franklin

• c. Samuel Prescott

• d. John Paul Jones

The greatest danger faced by American soldiers at Valley Forge was:

• a. British soldiers

• b. Freezing weather

• c. Lack of leadership

• d. In-fighting

Which is generally true about guerrilla warfare?

• a. Armies negotiate to avoid fighting

• b. Large armies ambush small armies

• c. Small armies ambush large armies

• d. Armies use tactics inspired by gorillas

Which word best describes Lord Cornwallis after the Battle of Yorktown?

• a. Joyous

• b. Ashamed

• c. Relieved

• d. Scared

While the U.S. and Britain were _____ during the American Revolution, the two countries are _____ today.

• a. Friends; enemies

• b. Partners; rivals

• c. Opponents; adversaries

• d. Foes; allies