Revolutionary War Review

What does the phrase, “No taxation without representation!” mean?

• The phrase refers to the need for higher taxes without representation
• Taxation is only fair in the government

• People should not be taxed if they do not have a voice in the government making those tax laws.
• People should be taxed even if they have no say in the government

Why was the battle of Concord so important to the colonists?

• It had no impact on the war because no one won

• It was a very quick victory for the British

• It marked the first American Militia win in the Revolutionary War

• It was a peaceful battle between the British and the colonists

What was NOT a result of the French and Indian war?

• The colonist could move west of the Appalachian Mountains

• The Treaty of Paris

• The French had to give up all of their land

• The Native Americans were allowed to live on Britain's land

The final section of the Declaration of Independence tells what?

• Declares the colonies independence from Great Britain.

• Tells why the Declaration of Independence was written

• Praises the British Parliament for all of the things it has done

• Lists grievances against King George III

What was the name of the document that officially end the Revolutionary War and gives the colonies their freedom?

• The Articles of Confederation

• Constitution of the United States
• Declaration of Independence
• Treaty of Paris

What was the purpose of the Revolutionary War?

• To establish a monarchy under British rule
• To get rid all forms of government in the colonies

• To expand British colonial territories so colonists could move west

• To gain independence from British rule and establish a new nation based on principles of democracy and freedom.

What was the main reason that enslaved African Americans fought in the Revolutionary War?

• They had signed treaties with the British
• They were promised their freedom in return
• They preferred being British citizens
• They were promised western lands in return

The American victory at the Battle of Saratoga was a turning point in the Revolutionary War.
What does the term turning point mean in the sentence above.

• a time when people tried to reach an agreement
• an event that causes an important change

• a place where people gather to fight
• an event in which people die

Which of these countries supported the Americans during the Revolutionary War?

• France
• Germany
• Ireland
• Mexico

The French contributed to the outcome of the Revolutionary War by sending __________.

• officers, soldiers, stuff
• officers, shampoo, ships
• officers, soldiers, supplies
• officers, soldiers, ships