American Revolution

What advantage did colonial militias have over the British army?

• More soldiers.

• Better weapons and equipment.

• Knowledge of the land.

• Professional military training.

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

• Messenger

• Soldier

• Negotiator

• Doctor

The Second Continental Congress accomplished all of the following except:

• Organize the Minutemen.

• Form the Continental Army.

• Appoint George Washington as leader.

• Write the Declaration of Independence.

Thomas Paine's "Common Sense" helped convince colonists that:

• Peace with England was still possible.

• Joining the Continental Army was a bad idea.

• France could not be trusted as an ally.

• Independence from England was the only option.

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

• A defeat for American forces.

• Loss of support for independence.

• Benedict Arnold changing sides.

• More recruits for the Continental Army.

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

• William Dawes

• Benjamin Franklin

• Samuel Prescott

• John Paul Jones

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

• British soldiers.

• Freezing weather.

• Lack of leadership.

• In fighting.

Which i s generally true about guerilla warfare?

• Armies negotiate to avoid fighting.

• Large armies ambush small armies.

• Small armies ambush large armies.

• Armies use tactics inspired by gorillas.

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

• Joyous

• Ashamed

• Relieved

• Scared

While the US and Britain were ____________ during the American Revolution, the two countries are ____________ today.

• friends; enemies

• partners; rivals

• opponents; adversaries

• foes; allies