American Revolution Quiz

What did the colonists want from Great Britain before the war?

• More candy and toys

• Fewer taxes and more say in government

• A new king or queen

• Larger land grants

What is another name for the American colonists who fought for independence?

• Redcoats

• Patriots

• Loyalists

• Colonials

Which weapon did the British have more of than the colonists?

• Cannons

• Swords

• Muskets

• Bows

What famous river did George Washington and his army cross during a surprise attack?

• Mississippi River

• Delaware River

• Nile River

• Amazon River

What is a document that declared the thirteen colonies to be free and independent states?

• The Constitution

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Bill of Rights

What did women often do during the war to help the soldiers?

• Fought in battles

• Made clothes and cooked food

• Spied on the British

Who was Molly Pitcher?

• A woman who brought water to thirsty soldiers

• A soldier's wife, who helped take care of the soldiers on the battlefield

• A woman who fired her husband’s cannon after he got sick

• All of the above

What is the name of the country the colonists were fighting for independence from?

• France

• Spain

• Great Britain

What special job did town criers have?

• Delivered mail

• Taught children

• Yelled out important news

Who was the leader of the American army during the Revolutionary War?

• Captain Hook

• George Washington

• King George III