Exploring the Revolutionary War and Declaration of Independence

What was one of the main reasons the American colonists decided to revolt against the British?

• They were unhappy with British taxes and lack of representation.

• They wanted to explore new lands.

• They were forced to join the British Army.

• They wanted to form their own religion.

What was the motto of the American colonists in response to British taxes?

• United we stand

• No taxation without representation

• Freedom for all

• Liberty or death

What significant event involved the colonists throwing British tea into the sea?

• The Lexington and Concord

• The Battle of Bunker Hill

• The Boston Tea Party

• The Boston Massacre

Who was appointed as the commander of the official American army?

• Benjamin Franklin

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

What document officially freed America from British control?

• The Bill of Rights

• The Constitution

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Treaty of Paris

Who authored the Declaration of Independence?

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

What is celebrated on July 4th in the United States?

• The end of the Revolutionary War

• The signing of the Constitution

• The adoption of the Declaration of Independence

• The first American victory in the war

Which battle marked a significant turning point for the American forces?

• The Battle of Long Island

• The Battle of Yorktown

• The Battle of Saratoga

• The Battle of Bunker Hill

Which countries did the Americans convince to declare war on Britain?

• Russia and Prussia

• France and Spain

• Portugal and Netherlands

• Germany and Italy

What treaty officially ended the Revolutionary War?

• The Treaty of Versailles

• The Treaty of Ghent

• The Treaty of Paris

• The Treaty of London