WorksheetsPre revolutionary war quiz
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 13mins
Which document could you find this quote?
Which document could you find this quote?
Henry, Abigail, and Anika were discussing about their country's government. They agreed that the government derives its powers from the consent of the governed. However, they also agreed that if the government becomes destructive and breaks the Social Contract, it is the right of the citizens to take action.
What should Henry, Abigail, and Anika, as citizens, do if their government breaks the Social Contract?
Alter or Abolish it
Deal with it
Leave the country
Elect a new king
In a school debate, Arjun represented the Patriots during the Revolutionary War. Which of the following WAS a strength for Arjun's team (Patriots) heading into the debate?
Strong Economy
Reason for fighting-Independence
Strongest Navy in the world
Lack of supplies
In a history class discussion, Aria mentioned that the Treaty of Paris 1783 did all of the following EXCEPT
Gave American Independence
Made America pay for damage to Loyalists
Redcoats had to leave western forts
Gave American lands included Canada and Florida
During the American Revolution, Elijah and Aiden were discussing the soldiers fighting against the American colonies. They referred to these soldiers as Redcoats. Which country's soldiers were they talking about?
British Soldiers
American Soldiers
German Soldiers
French Soldiers
During a local emergency, Evelyn, Mia, and Scarlett discuss the concept of a militia. What is a militia?
Another Name for the British Army
A military force that could be ready at a minutes notice
A military force that is raised from the civil population to supplement a regular army in an emergency
Another name for the Continental Army
Abigail, Nora, and Avery are discussing the purpose of the First Continental Congress. What was its main purpose?
To organize protests to get the Intolerable Acts repealed.
To create a temporary government in preparation for the Revolutionary War.
To write the Constitution
To rally troops for war
Harper, Avery, and Elijah are participating in a school quiz. They are asked, 'Where did delegates meet for the First and Second Continental Congress?'
Philadelphia
New York
Boston
Paris
During a history class discussion, Benjamin mentioned a pamphlet called "Common Sense" that played a crucial role in advocating independence during the American Revolution. Daniel, curious about the author, asked the class. Who wrote "Common Sense"?
George Washington
Thomas Gage
Thomas Paine
Ben Franklin
In a school play about the American Revolution, Aria was playing the role of a soldier in the Battle of Lexington and Concord. Why was this battle significant for Aria's character?
Her character, George Washington, was wounded
It was the first battle of the war that her character participated in
It was the last battle of the war that her character participated in
It was the turning point of the war for her character
During a history class discussion, Arjun asked Jackson, 'What is Thomas Jefferson most famous for writing?'
Common Sense
The Declaration of Independence
The Constitution
Poor Richard's Almanac
Select all of the accomplishments of the First Continental Congress.
Delegates agreed to boycott British goods
Delegates convinced France to join the war.
The Intolerable Acts were repealed
The delegates agreed to meet again if the conditions did not get better.
George Washington is named president.
Who was the leader of the Continental Army?
Thomas Jefferson
George Washington
Sam Adams
Thomas Gage
This battle was the start of the Revolutionary War. It's where the first shots were fired.
Battle of Yorktown
Battle of Saratoga
Battle of Valley Forge
Battle at Lexington and Concord
During the American Revolution, Kai was a colonist who was in support of the British parliament. What term best describes Kai?
patriot
loyalist
neutral
democracy
To refuse to buy good from another country.
patriot
neutral
boycott
liberty
These colonists were ready for a revolt and to fight for their independence.
patriot
loyalist
neutral
turning point
A declaration is a(n)
freedom.
agreement between two countries.
tax.
official statement.
Not choosing a side in a disagreement.
patriot
loyalist
neutral
turning point
