Quiz on Revolutionary War (MV)

What event marked the start of the Revolutionary War?

• The First Continental Congress meeting

• The Battle of Saratoga

• The Battles at Lexington and Concord

What was decided at the Second Continental Congress?

• To declare independence from Britain

• To form a Continental Army led by George Washington

• To sign a treaty with France

Why was the Battle of Saratoga important?

• It marked the end of the war.

• It was the first major battle.

• It showed France that the Americans could win the war.

What happened on July 4th, 1776?

• The Battle of Yorktown

• The signing of the Treaty of Paris

• The declaration of independence from Britain

What made Valley Forge difficult for soldiers?

• There were shortages of food, clothing, and supplies.

• They were attacked by the Hessians.

• They had to fight many battles.

Who were the Hessians?

• Spies for the Patriots

• British soldiers hired from Germany

• American generals

What did the Treaty of Paris do?

• Started the Revolutionary War

• Made an alliance between America and Spain

• Made America a free and independent nation

Which side did most African Americans support during the war?

• The Patriots

• The Loyalists

• Both sides had support from African Americans.

Why did some Native Americans support the British?

• They lived near British troops.

• They wanted to protect their land from American settlers.

• They were forced to fight by the British.

Who was Marquis de Lafayette?

• A French captain who became Washington’s trusted advisor

• A Loyalist who betrayed the Patriots

• A British general who captured Fort Ticonderoga