American Revolution Quiz

Who acted as the national government during the American Revolution?

• Continental Army

• 2nd Continental Congress

• British Parliament

• French Monarchy

Which country formalized an alliance with the American colonies in 1778?

• Spain

• France

• Canada

• Netherlands

What was the major turning point in the American Revolution?

• Battle of Lexington and Concord

• Battle of Saratoga

• Battle of Yorktown

• Battle of Bunker Hill

Where did the Continental Army suffer a harsh winter in 1777-1778?

• Valley Forge

• Saratoga

• Trenton

• Philadelphia

Which battle marked the last major battle of the American Revolution?

• Battle of Trenton

• Battle of Cowpens

• Battle of Guilford Courthouse

• Battle of Yorktown

What was the significance of the Battle of Saratoga?

• It convinced France to openly support the Americans

• It led to the capture of Philadelphia

• It marked the first major American victory

• It resulted in the signing of the Treaty of Paris

Which country had the largest navy in the world during the American Revolution?

• United States

• France

• Great Britain

• Spain

What was the main advantage of the British during the American Revolution?

• Determination to win

• Knowledge of the land

• Large navy

• Experienced soldiers

What was the main disadvantage of the colonists during the American Revolution?

• Inexperienced military

• Politically disorganized

• Small navy

• Lack of money for supplies

What was the outcome of the Treaty of Paris of 1783?

• Recognition of American sovereignty and independence

• Return of Loyalist land

• Payment of debts owed to British merchants

• All of the above