American Revolution

Question 1

What was the French and Indian War?

Answer 1

The French and Indian war, or otherwise known as the Seven Years’ War was a conflict in North America between Great Britain and France (and their respective colonial allies and Native American allies) over control of the Ohio River Valley and the fur trade, ultimately leading to British dominance in the region.

Question 2

Who were the important figures during the American Revolution era?

Answer 2

Samuel Adams, Benjamin Franklin, King George III, Thomas Jefferson, Thomas Paine, and George Washington.

Question 4

What year did the American Revolution officially begin?

Answer 4

1775

Question 5

True or False: The Declaration of Independence was adopted in 1776.

Answer 5

True

Question 6

Fill in the blank: The first battles of the American Revolution were fought at ________ and ________.

Answer 6

Lexington, Concord

Question 7

Which treaty ended the American Revolutionary War?

Answer 7

Treaty of Paris (1783)

Question 8

Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?

Answer 8

Thomas Jefferson