5.3 The American Revolution and the War of Independence

Question 1

What was the cause of the Boston Tea Party in 1773?

Answer 1

They were angry because of the introduction of the Tea Act and didn’t want the British to generate money from taxes.

Question 2

What do most historians see at the start of the American Revolution?

Answer 2

The 7 Years War

Question 3

What was the event that happened in 1783 that represents the end of the American Revolution?

Answer 3

The signing of the Treaty of Paris.

Question 4

Who is considered to be the primary author of the “Declaration of Independence”?

Answer 4

Thomas Jefferson

Question 5

What is the famous saying about the shots fired by the Minute Men of Massachusetts in 1776?

Answer 5

“The shots heard around the world.”

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT considered a principle of the American Revolution?

Answer 6

Fraternity

Question 7

When did the 1st Continental Congress meet?

Answer 7

1774AD

Question 8

What was the estimated percentage of the population that was enslaved in the United States of America at the time of independence?

Answer 8

30%

Question 9

What was the primary issue colonialists had with taxes that were implemented by the British Government?

Answer 9

They didn’t want to be taxed without being represented in the British Parliament.