American Revolution Quiz

What was the main cause of the Proclamation of 1763?

• Colonial Conflicts

• Increased Economic Regulations

• French and Indian War

• Treaty of Paris

Which event led to the formation of the 1st Continental Congress?

• Common Sense

• Boston Massacre

• Boston Tea Party

• Lexington and Concord

Who wrote the pamphlet 'Common Sense' to influence American opinion for independence?

• Paul Revere

• Thomas Paine

• John Locke

• Thomas Jefferson

What was the purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

• To justify reasons for self-rule

• All of the above

• To inspire American resolve

• To gain European support

Which battle marked the beginning of the American Revolution?

• Boston Tea Party

• Boston Massacre

• Lexington and Concord

• Treaty of Paris

What was the main weakness of the Articles of Confederation?

• All of the above

• No Military Power

• No standard currency

• Unicameral government

Who led the rebellion in Massachusetts known as Shay's Rebellion?

• John Locke

• Paul Revere

• Daniel Shays

• Thomas Jefferson

Which document banned slavery in the Old Northwest territories?

• Common Sense

• Declaration of Independence

• Treaty of Paris

• Northwest Ordinance

Which group supported the British during the American Revolution?

• African Americans

• Loyalists

• Native Americans

• Women

Who wrote a letter to Thomas Jefferson challenging the contradiction in the Declaration of Independence regarding freedom for slaves?

• Daniel Shays

• Benjamin Banneker

• Abigail Adams

• Thomas Paine