History Test: End of Revolutionary War

To Great Britain, the signing of the Declaration of Independence was

• an act of loyalty.
• an act of treason.

• an act of bravery.
• an act of insanity.

Who was the main writer of the Declaration of Independence?

• George Washington
• Thomas Jefferson
• John Adams
• Benjamin Franklin

What are the three inalienable rights that all people have?

• Food, Shelter, and Clothing
• Life, Liberty and Death
• Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness

When was the Declaration of Independence signed?

• September 11, 1789
• July 4, 1776
• June 25, 1778

Who was a Patriot?

• A colonists who wanted to be free, or independent of Great Britain.
• A British soldier
• A colonist who agreed with King George and Parliament.
• A Hessian mercenary

Which of the following was a contribution made by the women during the war?

• They repaired soldiers clothes.
• They delivered water during battles.
• They wrote patriotic poetry and letters.
• All of the above

Which of the following BEST describes a Loyalist?

• A colonist who opposed King George III of England.
• A colonist who remained loyal to King George III of England
• A British citizen who supported the Tea Tax

• A British citizen who opposed taxes

How did Washington's victory at Saratoga affect the war?

• It ended the war.
• Slaves were freed.
• More women chose to help the war effort.
• It is considered the turning point of the war.

Which of the following describes how other countries helped the Americans during the Revolutionary War?

• They sent naval ships.
• They helped train American soldiers.
• They sent soldiers to fight against the British. 
• All of the above

What was the result of the American victory in the battle of Yorkstown?

• The American Revolution ended.
• The British strengthened the troops.
• The Americans kept fighting the war.
• The British continued to win the war.