3.5 The American Revolution (AMSCO)

Who among the following was a moderate delegate at the First Continental Congress?

• Patrick Henry

• Samuel Adams

• George Washington

• John Jay

Who was a conservative delegate favoring a mild statement of protest?

• Patrick Henry

• John Dickinson

• Samuel Adams

• George Washington

What year did the Intolerable Acts pass?

• 1770

• 1774

• 1776

• 1780

Which of the following was not a radical leader?

• A) Patrick Henry

• B) Samuel Adams

• C) John Adams

• D) Joseph Galloway

What was the outcome of the first skirmish of the American Revolution?

• The British won decisively

• The Americans won decisively

• The outcome was ambiguous

• Both sides retreated.

What was King George's response to the 'Olive Branch Petition'?

• He accepted it and granted peace

• He ignored it completely

• He dismissed it and declared the colonies in rebellion

• He sent additional troops to the colonies

What principle is expressed in the Declaration of Independence?

• All men are created equal

• Taxation without representation

• Freedom of the press

• Right to bear arms

What was the contradictory policy adopted by the congress at first?

• Waging war while seeking peace

• Declaring independence while negotiating trade

• Forming alliances while remaining neutral

• Expanding territory while reducing military

What was the main reason many in the colonies did not want independence initially?

• They valued their heritage and Britain's protection

• They feared economic collapse

• They wanted to form an alliance with France

• They were waiting for a new king

Where were the largest number of Patriots from during the Revolutionary War?

• Southern states

• New England states and Virginia

• Western territories

• Northern states