American Revolution

What advantage did colonial militias have over the British army?

• More soldiers

• Better weapon and equipment

• Knowledge of the land

• Professional military training

What role did Paul Revere play in the Battles 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 is generally true about guerrilla 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 U.S. and Britain were _____ during the American Revolution, the two countries are _____ today.

• Friends; enemies

• Partners; rivals

• Opponents; adversaries

• Foes; allies