The American Revolution Quiz

What was the main cause of the American Revolution?

• The Americans wanted to explore new lands.

• The British imposed taxes on American colonies without their consent.

• The British refused to trade with the American colonies.

• Americans wanted to adopt a new language.

Which battle is considered the start of the American Revolutionary War?

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The Boston Tea Party

• The Battle of Lexington and Concord

• The French and Indian War

Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?

• George Washington

• Benjamin Franklin

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

What was the significance of the Battle of Saratoga?

• It was the final battle of the American Revolution.

• It resulted in a significant loss of territory for the British.

• It convinced France to support the Americans with military aid.

• It was the first battle won by the American forces.

Which treaty officially ended the American Revolutionary War?

• The Treaty of Paris 1783

• The Treaty of Versailles

• The Treaty of Ghent

• The Treaty of London

What role did George Washington play in the American Revolution?

• He was the main author of the Declaration of Independence.

• He served as the first President of the United States after the war.

• He was the Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army.

• He negotiated the Treaty of Paris 1783.

Which of the following was a consequence of the American Revolution?

• The British increased their taxes on the American colonies.

• The American colonies gained independence from Britain.

• France lost its territories in North America.

• The British and Americans formed a new alliance against France.

Which foreign navy helped the Patriots achieve victory at the Battle of Yorktown?

• The French Navy

• The Spanish Navy

• The British Navy

• The Continental Navy

Who were the Loyalists during the American Revolution?

• Colonists who supported the British government

• Colonists who fought for independence

• French soldiers who aided the American cause

• Native American tribes who remained neutral

What was the significance of the Continental Congress?

• It was the British government's administrative body in America.

• It served as the governing body of the American colonies during the Revolution.

• It was a military council that led British forces.

• It was a trade organization that regulated commerce between America and Britain.