Battle of Bunker Hill Quiz

Who was the British commander at the time of the Battle of Lexington and Concord?

• Colonel William Prescott

• Dr. Joseph Warren

• General Thomas Gage

• General William Howe

Where did the American militia build their defenses in preparation for the British attack?

• Concord

• Lexington

• Breeds Hill

• Bunker Hill

What was the order given by Colonel William Prescott to the American militia?

• Retreat

• Charge!

• Fire at will

• Hold your fire

What advantage did the British have during the hand-to-hand fighting?

• Bayonets

• Cannons

• Horses

• Armor

How many casualties did the British suffer in the Battle of Bunker Hill?

• 450

• Over 1,000

• None

• Less than 100

Who was one of the leaders of the Sons of Liberty and was killed in the battle?

• Colonel William Prescott

• General William Howe

• General Thomas Gage

• Dr. Joseph Warren

What did the Americans believe after the Battle of Bunker Hill?

• They could win the war easily

• They should surrender

• They should negotiate with the British

• They needed more ammunition

Did the Battle of Bunker Hill break the siege of Boston?

• The battle had no impact on the siege

• It's unclear

• Yes

• No

Who took over command of the British troops in North America after the Battle of Bunker Hill?

• Colonel William Prescott

• Dr. Joseph Warren

• General William Howe

• General Thomas Gage

Where was George Washington when he received news of the Battle of Bunker Hill?

• Boston

• New York

• Philadelphia

• Washington D.C.