American Revolution Practice Quiz

The French and Indian War was fought between which two countries?

• British and Spain

• British and France

• British and Native Americans

Which side did the Native Americans support during the French and Indian War?

• British

• French

• Both sides equally

What was the effect of the French and Indian War being very costly?

• The British passed new taxes on the colonists

• The French imposed heavy taxes on their own people

• The Native Americans demanded compensation from both sides

Why were colonists angry about the new taxes imposed by the British?

• Colonists had no say in the British government and felt the taxes were unfair and annoying

• Colonists believed the taxes were necessary for the development of the colonies

• Colonists were happy to contribute to the British economy

What was the policy practiced by England during the 17th & 18th centuries that allowed the American colonies to have more freedom?

• Salutary Neglect

• Strict Enforcement

• Colonial Control

What act limited colonists' westward movement past the Appalachian Mountains?

• Proclamation of 1763

• Townshend Acts

• Navigation Acts

What did the Townshend Acts force colonists to do?

• House and feed British soldiers

• Pay taxes on imported goods

• Provide supplies to the British navy

Where were the first shots fired in the Revolutionary War?

• Lexington and Concord

• Boston Harbor

• Philadelphia

What was Great Britain's response to the Boston Tea Party?

• Intolerable Acts

• Tea Act

• Stamp Act

What was the significance of the Battle of Saratoga to the Patriot war effort?

• The French joined the war on the side of the colonists

• The British surrendered, leading to a turning point in the war

• The Patriots gained control of New York City