American Revolution Quiz

Which of the following was NOT a decision made by the Second Continental Congress?

• Declaring defeat

• electing an army commander

• declaring independence

• forming an army

Why was Thomas Paine's Common Sense convincing to many people?

• It was written in clear and accessible language

• It supported British colonial rule

• It was only distributed in France

• It was a complex philosophical treatise

Which of the following is the main argument in the Declaration of Independence?

• The colonies needed to break away from British rule.

• The establishment of a new form of government.

• The introduction of new economic policies.

• The right to freedom of speech.

Why was signing the Declaration a dangerous act?

• It was considered an act of treason against the British Crown

• It could lead to a loss of personal wealth

• Signers risked their lives and properties

• All of the above

How did the victory at Trenton affect the Americans?

• It had no significant impact

• It discouraged the American troops

• It boosted American morale and confidence

• It led to the immediate end of the war

How did the victory at Saratoga affect the war?

• It had no significant impact on the war

• It led to increased support from France

• It marked the end of the war

• It resulted in a major loss of troops for the British

What role did African American Patriots play in the war?

• Spies and soldiers

• Diplomats

• None

• Civilian supporters only

Which of the following was NOT one of the contributions made by women during the American Revolution?

• Build forts

• repaired socks

• delivered water

• wrote poetry

Which of the following describes how Baron Von Steuben helped the Continental Army at Valley Forge?

• He provided military training and discipline.

• He supplied financial support.

• He served as a diplomat to France.

• He acted as a spy against the British.

What helped Washington defeat the British at Yorktown?

• Superior numbers

• French naval blockade

• Better weapons

• More experienced soldiers