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WorksheetsAmerican Revolution Review
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 1hrs 10mins
During the early stages of the war, which country held a military advantage?
France
Spain
Canada
Great Britain
The French & Indian War was part of the wider spread:
World War I
War of 1812
Seven Years War
Civil War
The term “debt” can best be described as:
Punishment
Money Owed to Others
Land
Weapons
What does the word 'impel' mean in the context of the Declaration of Independence?
A) Encourage
B) Force
C) Suggest
D) Allow
Fill in the blank: Natural Rights, the second part, the Declaration of Natural Rights, lists the rights of the citizens. It goes on to explain that, in a republic, people form a government to protect their rights. The word 'despotism' means ________.
unlimited power.
limited authority.
shared governance.
democratic rule.
What does the word 'relinquish' mean in the context of the Declaration of Independence?
Hold
Give up
Strengthen
Demand
The word 'inestimable' means ________.
priceless.
worthless.
common.
insignificant.
The word 'convulsions' means ________.
violent disturbances.
calm movements.
gentle waves.
soft vibrations.
African Americans may have felt about joining the American Revolution:
They were eager to join and fight for freedom.
They were hesitant due to the risk of enslavement.
They were indifferent to the outcome of the war.
They were supportive of the British cause.
Women may have felt about joining the American Revolution in various ways. Which of the following best describes their feelings?
Excited and eager to participate
Fearful and anxious about the consequences
Indifferent and uninterested
Proud and determined to contribute
While viewing the video, explain how White Landowning Males may have felt about joining the American Revolution.
They felt enthusiastic and supportive.
They were indifferent and uninterested.
They were opposed and resistant.
They were fearful and anxious.
In 1768 & 1769, what action did the merchants in Philadelphia take against British goods?
Boycotted British goods
Increased imports of British goods
Lowered prices of British goods
Promoted British goods
What was the colonial reaction to the Tea Act passed between 1770-1773?
Boycotting tea and organizing the Boston Tea Party
Supporting the Tea Act and buying more tea
Ignoring the Tea Act and continuing with daily life
Petitioning the British government for more tea options
In 1775, what significant event involved Lexington and Concord?
The significant event that involved Lexington and Concord in 1775 was the Battles of Lexington and Concord, which marked the beginning of the American Revolutionary War.
The signing of the Declaration of Independence.
The Boston Tea Party.
The drafting of the United States Constitution.
What was the primary reason for the Boston Tea Party in 1773?
To protest the Tea Act and taxation without representation.
To celebrate the arrival of new tea shipments.
To support the British government's policies.
To establish a new trade agreement with Britain.
How did the Intolerable Acts of 1774 affect the American colonies?
They led to increased support for the British government.
They caused the colonies to abandon the idea of independence.
They united the colonies against British rule.
They resulted in the colonies seeking independence from France.
Which of the following best describes the role of the Continental Congress during the American Revolution?
It was a religious council for colonial churches.
It was a trade organization for colonial merchants.
It was a military alliance with France.
It served as the governing body of the American colonies.
What was the significance of the Olive Branch Petition of 1775?
It declared independence from Britain.
It was a final attempt to avoid war with Britain.
It was a trade agreement with Spain.
It was a request for military aid from France.
Which event directly led to the drafting of the Declaration of Independence?
The Intolerable Acts
The Battles of Lexington and Concord
The Stamp Act
The Boston Massacre
What role did Thomas Paine's pamphlet 'Common Sense' play in the American Revolution?
It inspired colonists to support independence from Britain.
It discouraged colonists from seeking independence.
It was a critique of the French Revolution.
It provided a detailed plan for the new government.
What was the main purpose of the Stamp Act of 1765?
To regulate colonial trade with France.
To raise revenue from the American colonies.
To promote religious freedom in the colonies.
To establish a new colonial government.
Which of the following best describes the impact of the Boston Massacre on colonial sentiment?
It increased support for the British government.
It resulted in a peace treaty with Britain.
It led to a decline in revolutionary activities.
It fueled anti-British sentiment and united the colonies.
What was the significance of the Treaty of Paris in 1783?
It established the first American constitution.
It recognized American independence from Britain.
It ended the French and Indian War.
It marked the beginning of the American Revolution.
What land did Great Britain own after the French and Indian War?
Land east of the Mississippi River
Land south of the Rio Grande River
All of Canada
the Hawaiian Islands
