American Revolution

Question 1

What was the main cause of the American Revolution?

Answer 1

The main cause was British taxation without representation.

Question 2

Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?

Answer 2

Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence.

Question 3

True or False: George Washington was the first President of the United States.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

Fill in the blank: The battle that marked the start of the American Revolution was the Battle of _____.

Answer 4

Lexington and Concord

Question 5

Who was known as the ‘Father of the American Revolution’?

Answer 5

Samuel Adams

Question 6

What year did the American Revolution begin?

Answer 6

The American Revolution began in 1775.

Question 7

Which treaty ended the American Revolution?

Answer 7

The Treaty of Paris (1783) ended the American Revolution.

Question 8

Multiple Choice: Who was the commander of the Continental Army? A) Thomas Jefferson B) Benjamin Franklin C) George Washington

Answer 8

C) George Washington

Question 9

What was the purpose of the Boston Tea Party?

Answer 9

The Boston Tea Party was a protest against British taxation on tea.

Question 10

Name one important woman who contributed to the American Revolution.

Answer 10

One important woman was Abigail Adams.