American Revolution

Question 1

What were some of the main causes of the American Revolution?

Answer 1

Tensions from policies like the Stamp Act, the Townshend Act, and the Intolerable Acts. Which imposed taxes and regulations without representationin Parliment.

Question 2

What were some of the major battles of the American Revolution?

Answer 2

Battles including Lexinton and Concord, Bunker Hill, Saratoga, and York town.

Question 3

Which battle secured French support towards American Independence?

Answer 3

The battle of Saratoga

Question 4

Explain the significance of The Declaration of Independence

Answer 4

The Declaration of Independence declared the American colonies independence from Britain and outlined principles of individual rights and government by consent.

Question 5

When was The Declaration of Independence declared?

Answer 5

July 4th, 1776

Question 6

Who were key figures in the American Revolution?

Answer 6

George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, and John Adams

Question 7

When was the Treaty of Paris signed?

Answer 7

September 3rd, 1783.

Question 8

What was the significance of the Treaty of Paris?

Answer 8

The treaty ended the American Revolutionary War and established the U.S. as an independent country. It established the borders and granted the U.S. significant western terriroty.

Question 9

Who was the Treaty of Paris signed by?

Answer 9

Three U.S. representatives (Benjamin Franklin, John Jay, and John Adams) and one Brittish representative (David Hartley)