Battles of the American Revolution Quiz

Who was the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolution?

• Benjamin Franklin

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• George Washington

Which battle is considered the turning point of the American Revolution?

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• Battle of Yorktown

• Battle of Saratoga

• Battle of Lexington and Concord

What was the main effect of the American Revolution?

• Creation of the United Nations

• Establishment of the United States as an independent nation

• Formation of the European Union

• Expansion of the British Empire

Which strategy did the American forces use to win the Battle of Saratoga?

• Cutting off the British supply lines

• Using guerrilla warfare tactics

• Surrounding and isolating the British army

• Launching a surprise attack

(a)   wrote the pamphlet 'Common Sense' that inspired many colonists to support the American Revolution.

Which battle marked the first major American victory in the American Revolution?

• Battle of Yorktown

• Battle of Saratoga

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• Battle of Lexington and Concord

What was the significance of the Battle of Yorktown in the American Revolution?

• It was a minor skirmish with no significant impact on the outcome of the American Revolution.

• It was the last major battle of the American Revolution and led to the surrender of British forces.

• The Battle of Yorktown was a victory for the British forces.

• The Battle of Yorktown took place in Canada.

(a)   provided significant military and financial support to the American colonists during the Revolution.

What was the purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

• The purpose was to negotiate a peace treaty.

• The purpose was to establish a monarchy.

• The purpose was to declare war on other countries.

• The purpose was to declare independence and explain the reasons.

Which battle is known for the famous quote 'Don't fire until you see the whites of their eyes'?

• Battle of Antietam

• Battle of Gettysburg

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• Battle of Waterloo