American Revolution Quiz

When did James, Henry, and the narrator arrive in New York City?

• July 9, 1775

• July 4, 1776

• July 4, 1775

• July 9, 1776

What did General Washington do to fortify the city and harbor?

• Dig more wells

• Construct more forts

• Plant more trees

• Build more houses

What did the British fleet look like when it arrived?

• A floating castle

• A floating forest

• A floating city

• A floating mountain

Where did the rebels plan to take down the statue of King George?

• Connecticut

• New York City

• Boston

• Philadelphia

Why did some private citizens, like Mr. Radcliffe, leave New York?

• They were afraid of both sides

• They were afraid of the British

• They were afraid of the rebels

• They were afraid of the Native Americans

What did the narrator think of the rebellion?

• It was a dangerous adventure

• It was a necessary fight for freedom

• It was a foolish and unnecessary war

• It was a party for Henry's benefit

What did the Hessian troops fight for?

• Money

• Their homeland

• Revenge

• Freedom

Where did General Washington retreat to after the battle at Long Island?

• Queens

• Harlem Heights

• Manhattan

• Brooklyn

What kind of war did the American Revolution become?

• A war of diplomacy

• A war of conquest

• A war of revenge

• A war of attrition

What did General Washington hope to achieve with his delaying action?

• To negotiate a peace treaty

• To win the war quickly

• To wear down the British

• To capture General Howe