American Revolution and Key Events

Who invited Thomas Paine to the American colonies to write about the American cause?

• John Adams

• George Washington

• Benjamin Franklin

• Thomas Jefferson

What was the main argument of Thomas Paine's 'Common Sense'?

• The colonies should declare independence.

• The colonies should reconcile with England.

• The colonies should remain neutral.

• The colonies should seek help from France.

Which document declared the American colonies as a separate nation?

• The Constitution

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Bill of Rights

• The Articles of Confederation

Who was the principal author of the Declaration of Independence?

• George Washington

• Benjamin Franklin

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

What key idea is associated with the Declaration of Independence?

• Monarchism

• Colonialism

• Feudalism

• Liberalism

What was the strategic importance of New York during the American Revolution?

• It was the site of the first battle.

• It was a major port for British supplies.

• It was the capital of the colonies.

• It was located between Boston and Philadelphia.

What was General Washington's main strategy during the New York campaign?

• To negotiate a truce

• To seek reinforcements from France

• To attack the British head-on

• To retreat and preserve the army

What significant event took place on Christmas Eve 1776?

• The Boston Tea Party

• The Battle of Bunker Hill

• Washington's surprise attack on Trenton

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

What was the outcome of the surprise attack on the Hessian garrison in Trenton?

• An American victory

• A retreat by both sides

• A stalemate

• A British victory

What challenges did General Washington face in the Pennsylvania wilderness?

• Continued military losses

• Lack of supplies

• All of the above

• Harsh weather conditions