Nathaniel Bacon's Rebellion Quiz

What was the primary cause of the rebellion in Virginia in 1676?

• The tyranny of Governor Sir William Berkeley

• The economic downturn in the colony

• The colonists' desire for independence from England

• The influence of Nathaniel Bacon

What was the main grievance of the colonists against Governor Berkeley?

• His failure to protect them from Indian attacks

• His refusal to trade with the Indians

• His high taxation policies

• His alliance with Nathaniel Bacon

Who was Nathaniel Bacon and what role did he play in the rebellion?

• A British soldier sent to suppress the rebellion

• A local merchant who funded the rebellion

• A newcomer to Virginia who became a leader against the governor

• A Native American chief who allied with the colonists

What action did Bacon take after his overseer was killed by Indians?

• He sought revenge by attacking the Indians

• He appealed to the British Crown for help

• He moved to another colony

• He negotiated peace with the Indians

How did Governor Berkeley initially respond to Bacon's actions against the Indians?

• He supported Bacon's actions

• He ignored Bacon's actions

• He declared Bacon and his followers as rebels

• He joined Bacon in the fight against the Indians

How did the colonists react to Berkeley's proclamation against Bacon?

• They sought help from England

• They rallied behind Bacon

• They returned to their homes

• They supported Berkeley

What was the outcome of Bacon's confrontation with Governor Berkeley in Jamestown?

• Berkeley fled to England

• Bacon received a commission as general

• Bacon was executed for treason

• The rebellion ended immediately

What was the result of Bacon's military campaign against the Indians?

• Bacon was captured by the Indians

• The campaign was a failure

• The Indians formed an alliance with Berkeley

• The Indians were driven out of Virginia

What significant document was created during Bacon's Rebellion?

• The Colonial Bill of Rights

• The Treaty of Jamestown

• The First American Declaration of Independence

• The Virginia Charter

What was the ultimate fate of the rebellion led by Nathaniel Bacon?

• It was crushed by British forces

• It resulted in a peace treaty with the Indians

• It succeeded in establishing a new government

• It led to a temporary civil war