American Revolutionary War Quiz

When did the Battles of Lexington and Concord happen?

• April 19, 1775

• June 17, 1775

• December 26, 1776

• Fall of 1781

What was the significance of the Battle of Bunker Hill?

• It showed that the colonists could stand up to the British army.

• It was the first battle of the American Revolution.

• It convinced France to help the Americans.

• It was a surprise attack on the Hessian soldiers.

Who led the American forces in the Battle of Trenton?

• General Horatio Gates

• General George Washington

• General John Burgoyne

• General Thomas Gage

What was the outcome of the Battles of Saratoga?

• The British won and took control of the Delaware River.

• The American forces were defeated and retreated.

• The American victory convinced France to help the Americans.

• The British forces captured General George Washington.

Where did General George Washington and his army stay during the winter of 1777-1778?

• Yorktown, Virginia

• Boston, Massachusetts

• Valley Forge, Pennsylvania

• Saratoga, New York

What happened during the Siege of Yorktown?

• The British won and captured General George Washington.

• American and French forces surrounded the British army.

• The American forces retreated to Valley Forge.

• The British forces won and took control of the Delaware River.

When were the Articles of Confederation created?

• 1776

• 1777

• 1781

• 1783

What was the main purpose of the Articles of Confederation?

• To establish a monarchy

• To create a loose alliance of the 13 states

• To declare war on Britain

• To abolish slavery

When was the Treaty of Paris signed?

• September 3, 1776

• September 3, 1777

• September 3, 1781

• September 3, 1783

Which of the following was NOT an American Revolution Founding Father?

• Benjamin Franklin

• George Washington

• John Adams

• Abraham Lincoln