Revolutionary War Quiz for Kids

What is the Declaration of Independence?

• A document that declared the American colonies free from British rule

• A treaty between the United States and France

• A speech given by George Washington

• A law passed by the British Parliament

Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?

• Benjamin Franklin

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• George Washington

When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?

• July 4, 1776

• December 25, 1776

• January 1, 1777

• November 11, 1775

Which battle is considered the first battle of the American Revolutionary War?

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• Battle of Saratoga

• Battle of Lexington and Concord

• Battle of Yorktown

What was the significance of the Battle of Saratoga?

• It was the final battle of the Revolutionary War

• It was a major victory for the British

• It convinced France to support the American colonies

• It was the first battle of the war

Which battle marked the end of the American Revolutionary War?

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• Battle of Saratoga

• Battle of Yorktown

• Battle of Trenton

Who was the commander of the Continental Army during the American Revolution?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

• George Washington

• John Adams

What was the purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

• To declare war on France

• To establish a new government in the colonies

• To explain why the colonies wanted independence from Britain

• To create a new constitution

Which battle is known for the famous phrase "Don't fire until you see the whites of their eyes"?

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• Battle of Saratoga

• Battle of Yorktown

• Battle of Lexington and Concord

Which country helped the American colonies during the Revolutionary War by providing military support?

• Spain

• France

• Germany

• Italy