The American Revolution 2025 (VA)

The commander of the American Continental Army and a symbol of the American Cause was:

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Adams

The American Army formed in 1775 by the Second Continental Congress and led by General George Washington was called:

• Continental Army

• Union Army

• Confederate Army

• Revolutionary Army

The British army commanded by George Cornwallis was known as?

• The Redcoats

• The Royal Army

• The British Legion

• The King's Men

Who wrote the Declaration of Independence in 1776, and what did it state?

• Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence, and it stated the American colonies' intention to separate from British rule.

• George Washington wrote the Declaration of Independence, and it stated the American colonies' intention to remain under British rule.

• Benjamin Franklin wrote the Declaration of Independence, and it stated the American colonies' intention to form an alliance with Britain.

• John Adams wrote the Declaration of Independence, and it stated the American colonies' intention to declare war on France.

What was the legislative assembly composed of delegates from the rebel colonies who met during and after the American Revolution called?

• The Continental Congress

• The British Parliament

• The United Nations

• The Confederate States Congress

The Intolerable Acts were implemented for what reason?

• To punish the American colonies for the Boston Tea Party and other protests

• To reward the American colonies for their loyalty

• To establish a new trade agreement with the American colonies

• To grant independence to the American colonies

The Stamp Act of 1765 required the colonists to:

• pay a tax on every piece of printed paper they used

• provide housing and supplies to British soldiers

• export all goods to Britain

• participate in the British Parliament

Alexander Hamilton was a key figure during the Revolutionary War. What role did he play?

• He was a general in the Continental Army.

• He served as the top aide/advisor to General George Washington.

• He was a spy for the British.

• He wrote the Declaration of Independence.

Ben Franklin was a key figure in American history. What role did he play during the Revolutionary War?

• He was a general in the Continental Army

• He served as a diplomat to France

• He wrote the Declaration of Independence

• He was the first President of the United States

Who wrote the Declaration of Independence and was the 3rd President of the United States?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• Benjamin Franklin