The American Revolutionary WarII: A Struggle for Independence

In which year did the Continental Congress convene in Philadelphia?

• 1776

• 1777

• 1775

• 1774

What event is famously referred to as the 'shot heard round the world'?

• Battles at Lexington and Concord

• Battle of Long Island

• Battle of Saratoga

• Battle of Bunker Hill

Which battle resulted in heavy casualties for the British, despite the Patriots being forced to pull back?

• Battle of Saratoga

• Battles at Lexington and Concord

• Battle of Long Island

• Battle of Bunker Hill

What significant action did the Second Continental Congress take in May 1775?

• All of the above

• Organizing an army with George Washington as its commander

• Printing money

• Establishing a post office

Which battle proved challenging for the Patriots and resulted in their loss of the city of New York?

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• Battle of Long Island

• Battle of Saratoga

• Battles at Lexington and Concord

What daring surprise attack did George Washington lead in December 1776?

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• Crossing the Delaware River

• Battle of Saratoga

• Battle of Long Island

Which battle marked a major turning point in the war and led to crucial alliances with France and Spain?

• Battles at Lexington and Concord

• Battle of Saratoga

• Battle of Long Island

• Battle of Bunker Hill

Where did Washington and his army face harsh conditions during the winter of 1777-1778?

• Bunker Hill

• Yorktown

• Valley Forge

• Long Island

In which year did the war officially end?

• 1778

• 1780

• 1781

• 1779

What was the purpose of the Continental Congress in September 1774?

• To discuss unfair policies imposed by the British government

• To declare independence from Britain

• To plan military strategies

• To negotiate peace with King George III