American Revolution Quiz

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

• George Washington

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

Which event marked the beginning of the American Revolution?

• Boston Tea Party

• Battle of Lexington and Concord

• Signing of the Declaration of Independence

• Treaty of Paris

What was the significance of the Battle of Saratoga?

• It convinced France to ally with the Americans

• It led to the signing of the Treaty of Paris

• It resulted in the capture of George Washington

• It was the final battle of the American Revolution

Who wrote the pamphlet 'Common Sense' which inspired many colonists to support independence?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Adams

• Thomas Paine

What was the role of women during the American Revolution?

• They served as soldiers in the Continental Army

• They worked as spies for the British

• They took care of the wounded soldiers

• They organized boycotts against British goods

Which country provided significant military and financial support to the American Revolution?

• Spain

• Germany

• France

• Netherlands

What was the main reason for the American victory in the Revolutionary War?

• Superior military tactics

• Large number of soldiers

• Strong navy

• Guerrilla warfare and foreign assistance

Which document formally declared the independence of the American colonies from Great Britain?

• Emancipation Proclamation

• Bill of Rights

• Articles of Confederation

• Declaration of Independence

What was the impact of the American Revolution on women's rights?

• It inspired some women to fight for greater rights

• It had no impact on women's rights

• It led to immediate equality for women

• It resulted in a decrease in women's rights

What economic factor contributed to the end of the American Revolution?

• Abundance of natural resources

• Industrial revolution

• Expansion of trade with Europe

• High taxes imposed by the British