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WorksheetsThe American Revolution
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
All of the following were actions taken by the Second Continental Congress in May of 1775 EXCEPT ______.
A decision to make a Continental army was made.
George Washington was chosen as the leader for the Continental army.
The Second Continental Congress decided to declare independence from Great Britain.
The Second Continental Congress drafted the Olive Branch petition and sent it to King George.
Identify the purpose of the Olive Branch Petition.
A letter drafted by the 13 colonies that declared independence from Great Britain.
A letter drafted by delegates from the 13 colonies in a last attempt to avoid war and separation from Britain.
A short book that inspired support for the Patriot cause and the idea of independence from Britain.
A petition written in protest to the Stamp and Quartering Acts, that was ignored by King George III.
Which of the following battles was referred to as, “The shot heard ‘round the world?”
The Battle of Bunker Hill
The Battle at Concord
The Battle of Lexington
The Battle of Trenton
Identify the battle that was fought to protect a stockpile of guns and ammunition that had been hidden by colonists, and was the first American victory of the American Revolution.
The Battle of Bunker Hill
The Battle at Concord
The Battle of Lexington
The Battle of Trenton
After retreating twice, the British were able to overcome the Americans who ran out of ammunition in this famous battle.
The Battle of Bunker Hill
The Battle at Concord
The Battle of Lexington
The Battle of Trenton
What advantages did the British army have over the Colonial army? (Choose all that apply)
Soldiers were well trained and experienced war veterans.
Soldiers were very familiar with the land and areas they were fighting in.
Soldiers had an ample supply of uniforms, weapons, and ammunition.
France gave them money, supplies, and joined the fight.
What advantages did the Colonial army have over the British army? (Choose all that apply)
Soldiers were well trained and experienced war veterans.
Soldiers were very familiar with the land and areas they were fighting in.
Soldiers had an ample supply of uniforms, weapons, and ammunition.
France gave them money, supplies, and joined the fight.
Which of these famous Patriots is known as the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?
John Hancock
Benjamin Franklin
Thomas Jefferson
John Adams
What date was the Declaration of Independence voted upon and passed (America’s birthday)?
July 4th, 1775
July 4th, 1776
July 4th, 1781
July 4th, 1783
Why was signing the Declaration of Independence so dangerous?
By signing their name the Patriots could be identified and it was considered as treason.
The French would find out who they were and be upset at this action.
The Native Americans would be upset with the actions of these Americans.
The Continental Army would be angry with them over signing this document.
Identify the purpose in Washington crossing the Delaware on Christmas night.
Washington hoped to surprise the Hessian mercenaries that were staying in Trenton, NJ.
Washington hoped to surprise General Cornwallis and the British army staying in Trenton, NJ.
Washington was fleeing across the Delaware after suffering heavy losses at the Battle of Trenton.
Washington was fleeing after several unsuccessful battles in New York and New Jersey.
Which battle is known as the “Turning Point” of the Revolutionary War?
The Battle at Lexington
The Battle of Yorktown
The Battle of Bunker Hill
The Battle of Saratoga
Identify the EFFECT of the turning point battle in the Revolutionary War. (Choose the two that apply)
It showed the world that the British might lose the war.
It gave the Americans a chance to win the war, even after Washington was captured.
The victory convinced France to become allies with the British in their war against America.
The victory convinced France to become allies with the Americans in a war against the British.
The last major battle of the Revolutionary War was ______.
The Battle at Lexington
The Battle of Yorktown
The Battle of Bunker Hill
The Battle of Saratoga
What did the Treaty of Paris 1783 do?
Ended the French and Indian War, and said the French recognized America as an independent nation.
Ended the Revolutionary war, and said that Britain recognized America as an independent nation.
Called for a temporary stop of the American Revolution, but didn’t end it completely.
A naval officer who is quoted as saying, “I have not yet begun to fight!”
