The Treaty of Paris and the End of the American Revolution

The American Revolution's last major battle was at Yorktown, but the war officially ended with the Treaty of Paris in 1783. This treaty recognized the United States as an independent nation and established its borders. General Washington resigned his command, marking a return to civilian life. The war was costly, with significant loss of life, but it established a government based on freedom and rights.

What was the significance of the Battle of Yorktown in the American Revolution?

• It marked the beginning of the war.

• It was the last major battle, convincing the British to end the war.

• It was a minor skirmish with little impact.

• It resulted in the capture of New York.

Who were the American representatives sent to negotiate the Treaty of Paris?

• John Hancock, Samuel Adams, and Paul Revere

• Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton, and James Madison

• Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, and John Jay

• George Washington, Thomas Paine, and Patrick Henry

What did the Treaty of Paris recognize regarding the United States?

• It recognized the United States as a British colony.

• It recognized the United States as a part of Spain.

• It recognized the United States as an independent nation.

• It recognized the United States as a part of Canada.

What was one of the agreements made by the British in the Treaty of Paris?

• To annex Florida

• To continue taxing American goods

• To maintain military presence in New York

• To withdraw troops from American territory

What did the United States agree to in the Treaty of Paris regarding British merchants?

• To ban all British goods

• To allow British merchants to collect debts

• To provide free land to British merchants

• To imprison British merchants

What did General Washington do after the signing of the Treaty of Paris?

• He moved to France.

• He led another military campaign.

• He resigned his command and returned to civilian life.

• He became the first President of the United States.

Where did Washington say farewell to his officers?

• At the White House

• At Fraunces Tavern in Manhattan

• At the Continental Congress

• At Mount Vernon

What was the emotional reaction of Congress to Washington's resignation?

• They celebrated with a grand feast.

• They were indifferent.

• They wept and were deeply moved.

• They immediately elected a new leader.

How many American soldiers died during the American War for Independence?

• Approximately 1,000

• Approximately 50,000

• Approximately 4,435 in battle and 17,500 from other causes

• Approximately 10,000

What revolutionary idea did the American War for Independence help to usher in?

• A theocracy

• A dictatorship

• A government based on freedom and citizens' rights

• A monarchy with absolute power