American Revolution 4

How did Nathan Hale's story effect colonists?

• Nathan Hale's story inspired colonists by exemplifying bravery and patriotism.
• Nathan Hale was a loyalist who opposed the revolution.
• Nathan Hale's story discouraged colonists from fighting.
• Colonists were indifferent to Nathan Hale's actions.

Complete this phrase from the Declaration of Independence. "certain unalienable Rights, that among these are life, liberty, and ...

• the right to vote
• the right to bear arms
• the pursuit of happiness
• freedom of speech

What was Hale's punishment for spying?

• Hale was exiled from the colony.
• Hale was fined heavily.
• Hale was imprisoned for life.
• Hale was hanged.

Who said, "I regret that I have but one life to lose for my country"?

• Abraham Lincoln
• Nathan Hale
• George Washington
• Thomas Jefferson

What is impressment?

• volunteering for the army/navy

• payment for being in the army/navy

• being forced in to the army/navy

Who wrote the draft of the Declaration of Independence?

• John Adams
• Thomas Jefferson
• Benjamin Franklin
• George Washington

Which of these is not a complaint in the Declaration of Independence that we have talked about in class.

• An issue with trade restrictions imposed by Britain.
• A grievance regarding the king's military actions.
• A statement about the weather.
• A complaint about taxation without representation.

What was the Declaration of Independence?

• A document declaring the colonies' freedom from British rule.

• A law passed by the British Parliament.
• A speech given by George Washington.
• A treaty between the colonies and France.

What is a Tory?

• Colonist for Britain
• Colonist for Italy
• Colonist for Russia
• Colonist for Germany

What can the Declaration of Independence be compared to?

• A historical treaty document.
• A legal contract for land ownership.
• A political manifesto.
• A formal breakup letter.