Exploring the American Revolution

Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Adams

Which event is considered the immediate cause that led to the outbreak of fighting in the American Revolution?

• The signing of the Treaty of Paris

• The Boston Tea Party

• The battles of Lexington and Concord

• The Intolerable Acts

Who was the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolution?

• Benedict Arnold

• George Washington

• Thomas Paine

• John Hancock

Which battle is often considered the turning point of the American Revolution because it convinced France to support the American cause?

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• Battle of Saratoga

• Battle of Yorktown

• Battle of Trenton

Explain how the British policy of "taxation without representation" contributed to the outbreak of the American Revolution.

• It encouraged colonists to support British rule.

• It led colonists to demand a king of their own.

• It caused resentment because colonists had no voice in Parliament, leading to protests and calls for independence.

• It resulted in the immediate end of all British taxes.

Summarize the significance of the Battle of Yorktown in the outcome of the American Revolution.

• It was the first battle of the war.

• It marked the final major military action, leading to British surrender and the end of the war.

• It resulted in the capture of New York City by the British.

• It convinced Spain to join the war.

Describe the role of Benjamin Franklin in securing foreign support for the American Revolution. Use evidence to support your answer.

• He led troops in battle and never traveled abroad.

• He negotiated with France, helping to secure military and financial aid, which was crucial for American victory.

• He wrote the Federalist Papers to convince Americans to support the war.

• He was the main author of the U.S. Constitution during the war.

Analyze the impact of the Intolerable Acts on colonial unity and resistance. Provide reasoning for your answer.

• The acts made colonists more loyal to Britain.

• The acts led to the First Continental Congress, uniting the colonies in opposition to British policies.

• The acts had no effect on the colonies.

• The acts caused the colonies to stop trading with each other.

Which of the following best summarizes the outcome of the Battle of Bunker Hill?

• The British won the battle but suffered heavy losses, showing the colonists could stand up to them.

• The colonists won and captured Boston.

• The battle ended the war.

• The French joined the war after this battle.

Identify the key figure who betrayed the American cause by attempting to surrender West Point to the British.

• Paul Revere

• Benedict Arnold

• Patrick Henry

• Samuel Adams