American Revolution Quiz

Explain what the Declaration of Independence said.

• All men are created equal, inalienable rights, list of grievances, announced America's status as

• Only men with property have rights, list of grievances, announced America's status as

• All men are created equal, inalienable rights, list of grievances, announced Britain's status as

• Only men with property have rights, inalienable rights, list of grievances, announced Britain's status as

What is the purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

• To explain to the world the reasons the Colonists were separating from Great Britain

• To declare war on France

• To announce a new king

• To establish trade agreements with Spain

What are inalienable rights according to the Declaration of Independence?

• Rights that cannot be taken away, given by God, Life, Liberty, Pursuit of Happiness

• Rights that can be taken away, given by the government, Life, Liberty, Pursuit of Happiness

• Rights that cannot be taken away, given by the government, Life, Liberty, Pursuit of Wealth

• Rights that can be taken away, given by God, Life, Liberty, Pursuit of Wealth

What is the job of the government according to the Declaration of Independence?

• To protect the rights of the people

• To control the economy

• To establish a monarchy

• To expand territory

What happens if the government violates the rights of the people according to the Declaration of Independence?

• The people have the right to alter or abolish the government and form a new one that will protect people's rights

• The people must accept the government's decisions

• The people can only protest peacefully

• The people can only vote for a new leader

Why is the Declaration of Independence so important to American Democracy?

• It gives the power of the government to the people - people can change the government if rights are violated

• It establishes a monarchy

• It gives all power to the president

• It allows only the wealthy to vote

What was the goal of the British three-pronged attack?

• Take Albany, NY and gain control of the Hudson River Valley, separate New England from the Middle Colonies

• Take Boston, MA and gain control of the Atlantic Ocean, separate New England from the Southern Colonies

• Take Philadelphia, PA and gain control of the Delaware River, separate New England from the Southern Colonies

• Take Charleston, SC and gain control of the Mississippi River, separate New England from the Western Colonies

What was the importance of the Battle of Saratoga?

• General Burgoyne was trapped and forced to surrender, British three-pronged plan to separate New England from the Middle Colonies failed, European nations realized the US might win, France declared war on Britain and sent US money and equipment

• General Washington was trapped and forced to surrender, British three-pronged plan to separate New England from the Southern Colonies failed, European nations realized the US might win, Spain declared war on Britain and sent US money and equipment

• General Burgoyne was trapped and forced to surrender, British three-pronged plan to separate New England from the Southern Colonies failed, European nations realized the US might win, France declared war on Britain and sent US money and equipment

• General Washington was trapped and forced to surrender, British three-pronged plan to separate New England from the Middle Colonies failed, European nations realized the US might win, Spain declared war on Britain and sent US money and equipment

What was the importance of Washington crossing the Delaware?

• Battle of Trenton, Christmas night, 1776, Washington's surprise capture of 900 Hessians, American victory gave confidence the Patriots could win the war

• Battle of Saratoga, Christmas night, 1776, Washington's surprise capture of 900 Hessians, American victory gave confidence the Patriots could win the war

• Battle of Trenton, Christmas night, 1776, Washington's surprise capture of 900 British soldiers, American victory gave confidence the Patriots could win the war

• Battle of Saratoga, Christmas night, 1776, Washington's surprise capture of 900 British soldiers, American victory gave confidence the Patriots could win the war

What were the conditions at Valley Forge?

• Warm winter

• Army had plenty of food, clothing, shelter

• Difficult winter

• High morale