American Revolution.2 QUIZ

Who was the major author of the Declaration of Independence?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Paul Revere

• Benjamin Franklin

• George Washington

When was the Declaration of Independence signed?

• July 4, 1776

• July 4, 1783

• July 4, 1775

• July 4, 1781

Who helped gain French support for American Independence?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Paul Revere

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Hancock

Which document declared the colonies' independence from Great Britain?

• The Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Articles of Confederation

Who was a founding father of the United States and became the 3rd president?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• James Madison

Who is known for warning the colonists of the British soldiers' arrival?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Paul Revere

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Adams

Who was responsible for carving out the image of the Boston Massacre?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Paul Revere

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Hancock

Which of the following was NOT an advantage that helped the American Colonists defeat Great Britain?

• Defense of their own land, principles, and beliefs

• Support from France

• Strong leadership from men like George Washington

• Superior naval power

What was the first armed conflict between the British and the 13 Colonies in America?

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• Battle of Saratoga

• Lexington and Concord

• Battle of Yorktown

Who led the Continental Army during the American Revolution?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Adams

• George Washington