American and French Revolutions Quiz

Who were the colonists that rebelled against British control during the American Revolution?

• Loyalists

• Patriots

• Bourgeoisie

• Third Estate

What was the governing body of the American colonies during the American Revolution?

• Estates-General

• National Assembly

• Continental Congress

• Third Estate

Who made up the Third Estate in France?

• Clergy and nobility

• Merchants and industrialists

• Common people, including peasants and artisans

• Representatives of the National Assembly

What role did the Bourgeoisie play in the French Revolution?

• They were the clergy and nobility.

• They were the middle class who played a key role.

• They were the common people of France.

• They were members of the National Assembly.

What was the significance of the Bastille in the French Revolution?

• It was a document declaring independence.

• It was a governing body of the colonies.

• It was a fortress and prison stormed in 1789.

• It was an agreement ending the revolution.

What was the Reign of Terror?

• A peaceful period during the French Revolution

• A time of extreme violence and political purges

• A phase of economic prosperity in France

• A cultural renaissance in Europe

What was Gran Colombia?

• A modern-day country in South America

• A short-lived republic created by Simon Bolívar

• A colonial territory of Spain

• A region in Central America

Which countries did Simon Bolívar help to liberate?

• Brazil, Argentina, Chile

• Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru

• Mexico, Cuba, Puerto Rico

• United States, Canada, Mexico

What is a "Caudillo" in the context of Latin American history?

• A type of traditional dance

• A military or political leader

• A religious festival

• A style of architecture

Who delivered the "Grito de Dolores" speech?

• Simón Bolívar

• José de San Martín

• Miguel Hidalgo

• Benito Juárez