The Culper Ring Quiz

What was the Culper Ring?

• A British military organization

• A secret society in New York City

• A network of smugglers

• A group of American spies during the Revolutionary War

What was the main purpose of the Culper Ring?

• To overthrow the American government

• To assist the American Patriots in the Revolutionary War

• To gather intelligence for the British

• To trade goods with the British

When did the general public learn about the existence of the Culper Ring?

• During the Revolutionary War

• In the 1930s

• In the early 20th century

• After the war for Independence

Why did the Culper Ring focus on gathering intelligence in New York City?

• Because it was a major trading port

• Because it was the birthplace of George Washington

• Because it was the largest city in America

• Because it was the capital of the United States

Who was the leader of the Culper Ring?

• Nathan Hale

• Benjamin Tallmadge

• Caleb Brewster

• Abraham Woodhull

What was the alias used by Abraham Woodhull, the first key operative of the Culper Ring?

• Samuel Culper

• Caleb Brewster

• Nathan Hale

• Benjamin Tallmadge

Who was Agent 355, one of the important female members of the Culper Ring?

• Elizabeth Hamilton

• Abigail Adams

• Anna Strong

• Martha Washington

What method did the Culper Ring use to communicate with each other?

• Meeting in person

• Using carrier pigeons

• Using invisible ink

• Sending letters through the mail

What was the purpose of using codes in the Culper Ring's communication?

What event caused the Culper Ring's activities to be disrupted?

• The capture of Nathan Hale

• The lack of funds from General Washington

• The betrayal of Benedict Arnold

• The British invasion of New York City