American Revolution Quiz

American Revolution Quiz

8th Grade

9 Qs

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American Revolution Quiz

American Revolution Quiz

Assessment

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History

8th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were the main causes of the American Revolution?

The main causes of the American Revolution were weather conditions, geographical factors, and population growth.

The main causes of the American Revolution were foreign invasion, religious conflicts, and economic prosperity.

The main causes of the American Revolution were lack of resources, technological advancements, and cultural differences.

The main causes of the American Revolution were taxes, lack of representation, and the desire for self-governance.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which event marked the beginning of the American Revolution?

Battle of Lexington and Concord

French and Indian War

Declaration of Independence

Boston Tea Party

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the Stamp Act?

The purpose of the Stamp Act was to enforce British control over the American colonies.

The purpose of the Stamp Act was to establish a unified currency in the American colonies.

The purpose of the Stamp Act was to raise revenue from the American colonies.

The purpose of the Stamp Act was to promote trade between Britain and the American colonies.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

Battle of Bunker Hill

Battle of Saratoga

Battle of Yorktown

Battle of Lexington and Concord

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

John Adams

George Washington

Benjamin Franklin

Thomas Jefferson

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the significance of the Boston Tea Party?

It was a social gathering to promote tea consumption.

It was a political protest against British taxation on tea.

It was a celebration of British taxation on tea.

It was a religious ceremony involving tea.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which document declared the American colonies' independence from Great Britain?

Constitution of Independence

Declaration of Independence

Bill of Rights

Articles of Confederation

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?

Thomas Jefferson

John Adams

Benjamin Franklin

George Washington

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the final battle of the American Revolution?

Battle of Saratoga

Battle of Bunker Hill

Battle of Lexington and Concord

Battle of Yorktown