Liberty! Volume 2 Part 1

Before the American Revolution, what was the general sentiment of the majority of colonists in America towards England?

• They were eager for immediate independence.

• They felt no connection to England.

• They loved England and were reluctant to break away.

• They were indifferent to British rule.

How did the British Parliament react to the Boston Tea Party in the spring of 1774?

• They ignored the incident as minor.

• They saw it as an unforgivable provocation and passed punitive acts.

• They offered concessions to the colonists to avoid further conflict.

• They sent a diplomatic envoy to negotiate with Boston leaders.

What was the primary response of the American colonies to the Coercive Acts (Intolerable Acts)?

• They immediately declared independence from Britain.

• They formed the First Continental Congress to coordinate a response.

• They launched a full-scale military invasion of Canada.

• They appealed directly to the King for mercy.

What kind of aristocracy did John Adams advocate for, based on his experiences and beliefs?

• An aristocracy based on inherited wealth and family lineage.

• An aristocracy of talent and merit, rather than birth.

• An aristocracy of military prowess and leadership.

• An aristocracy of religious piety and devotion.

What was the primary challenge faced by the delegates at the First Continental Congress in 1774?

• Lack of military experience among the delegates.

• Disunity and suspicion among the different colonies.

• Insufficient funds to support a unified resistance.

• Overwhelming loyalty to the British Crown.

What was a significant outcome of the First Continental Congress after two months of debate?

• The colonies declared complete independence from Great Britain.

• Delegates agreed to fully support Massachusetts and prepare for defense.

• A new colonial government was established to replace British rule.

• They formally requested military aid from France.

How did the British Parliament and King George react to the First Continental Congress's resolution for Americans to arm themselves?

• They viewed it as a legitimate expression of colonial grievances.

• They saw it as an act of disloyalty and a step towards open rebellion.

• They immediately offered concessions to avoid further conflict.

• They ignored the resolution, believing it to be insignificant.

How did many in Britain perceive the American colonists' actions leading up to the revolution?

• As a justified struggle for self-governance.

• As a necessary step to protect their economic interests.

• As a betrayal and a rebellion within the family.

• As an abstract constitutional debate.

What action did leaders of the protest take regarding colonial militias?

• They disbanded the militias to avoid conflict.

• They gained control of the militias and seized stores of guns and ammunition.

• They requested British assistance to train the militias.

• They formed new militias separate from existing ones.

How did Nicholas Cresswell describe the sentiment of the colonists he encountered?

• They were eager to reconcile with England.

• They were indifferent to political matters.

• They were ripe for revolt and cursed the King.

• They were primarily concerned with economic prosperity.