American Revolution Quiz

To which aspect of change does the term ‘revolution’ in the American Revolution refer?

• Judicial system

• Political system

• Economic system

• Social system

Answer explanation

The term 'revolution' in the American Revolution primarily refers to a significant change in the political system, as the colonies sought independence from British rule and established a new government.

How many colonies were set up by Britain in North America in the early 18th century?

• 10

• 11

• 12

• 13

Answer explanation

In the early 18th century, Britain established 13 colonies in North America, which included regions like Virginia, Massachusetts, and New York. Therefore, the correct answer is 13.

Which of the following descriptions of the American Revolution is correct?

• The North American colonists were influenced by the French Revolution to start the American Revolution.

• The American Revolution was a war against colonial rule.

• The North American colonists were influenced by the Enlightenment to start the American Revolution.

• The North American colonists started the American Revolution to fight the oppressive German rule.

Answer explanation

The correct choice highlights that the North American colonists were influenced by Enlightenment ideas, such as liberty and democracy, which inspired their quest for independence, unlike the incorrect options.

Which of the following descriptions of the local councils in the Thirteen Colonies is INCORRECT?

• The councils had powers to pass laws.

• The councils ruled the colonies together with the governors appointed by the British government.

• The councils were established before the founding of the Thirteen Colonies.

• The councils had the powers to mobilize militias.

Answer explanation

The incorrect description is that the councils were established before the founding of the Thirteen Colonies. In reality, local councils were formed after the colonies were established to assist in governance.

Britain began to tighten its control over the Thirteen Colonies after the end of _______________.

• the Five Years’ War

• the Six Years’ War

• the Seven Years’ War

• the Eight Years’ War

Answer explanation

Britain began to tighten its control over the Thirteen Colonies after the end of the Seven Years' War, as it sought to recover war debts and manage colonial affairs more closely.

Which of the following descriptions about the autonomy of the Thirteen Colonies after 1763 is INCORRECT?

• Local autonomy declined.

• Acts passed by local councils had to be approved by the British governors.

• The British governors could disband the councils.

• The British governors could veto resolutions made by local councils.

Answer explanation

The statement "Acts passed by local councils had to be approved by the British governors" is incorrect. Local councils had some legislative power, and their acts did not require prior approval from governors.

Which of the following was NOT an economic policy implemented by Britain in the Thirteen Colonies?

• The colonists could not produce goods similar to Britain’s exported goods.

• The colonists could only sell their goods to Britain.

• Britain taxed various goods in the Thirteen Colonies after 1764.

• The colonists could not import raw materials from France.

Answer explanation

The correct choice is that the colonists could not import raw materials from France. This was not a policy enforced by Britain, as they primarily focused on controlling trade with their own colonies and limiting competition.

Which of the following was NOT a tax act passed by Britain in the Thirteen Colonies in the 1760s?

• The Tea Act

• The Sugar Act

• The Stamp Act

• The Townshend Acts

Answer explanation

The Tea Act was passed in 1773, not in the 1760s. The Sugar Act, Stamp Act, and Townshend Acts were all enacted during the 1760s, making the Tea Act the correct choice for this question.

Which of the following thinkers lived in the Thirteen Colonies?

• Rousseau

• Paine

• Locke

• Montesquieu

Answer explanation

Thomas Paine lived in the Thirteen Colonies and was a key figure in the American Revolution, known for his influential writings like 'Common Sense'. Rousseau, Locke, and Montesquieu were European philosophers.

Which of the following is NOT regarded as a cause of the American Revolution?

• Influence of the Enlightenment

• Discontent with local councils

• Discontent with the British policy to tighten the local autonomy

• Discontent with the tax acts of Britain

Answer explanation

Discontent with local councils is not a primary cause of the American Revolution. The other options directly relate to colonial grievances against British rule, while local councils were not a significant factor in the conflict.