Unit 2--American Revolution Flashcards
What was the primary cause of the American Revolution?
Colonial opposition to British taxation without representation.
True or False: The Boston Tea Party was a protest against the Stamp Act.
False
Fill in the blank: The first shots of the American Revolution were fired at ________.
Lexington and Concord
Which treaty officially ended the American Revolutionary War?
Treaty of Paris (1783)
What year did the Declaration of Independence get adopted?
1776
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
Multiple Choice: Which battle is considered the turning point of the American Revolution? A) Bunker Hill B) Saratoga C) Yorktown D) Lexington
B) Saratoga
What was the main purpose of the Continental Congress?
To coordinate colonial resistance against British rule.
True or False: The Articles of Confederation were the first constitution of the United States.
True
Fill in the blank: The ________ Act imposed taxes on printed materials in the colonies.
Stamp
Which military leader was in charge of the Continental Army?
George Washington
What was the significance of the Battle of Yorktown?
It was the last major battle of the American Revolution, leading to British surrender.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a reason for colonial discontent? A) Taxation B) Lack of representation C) British military presence D) Colonial expansion
D) Colonial expansion
What document formally declared the colonies’ independence from Britain?
The Declaration of Independence
True or False: The French supported the American colonists during the Revolution.
True
Fill in the blank: The ________ of 1774 was a response to the Intolerable Acts.
First Continental Congress
Which event was a direct response to the Tea Act?
Boston Tea Party
What was the impact of the Treaty of Paris on the United States?
It recognized American independence and established borders.
Multiple Choice: Who was the King of Britain during the American Revolution? A) George III B) George II C) Charles I D) Edward VI
A) George III
What role did the Enlightenment play in the American Revolution?
It influenced revolutionary ideas about government and individual rights.
Fill in the blank: The ________ was a series of punitive laws passed by Britain in response to the Boston Tea Party.
Intolerable Acts
Which battle was the first major battle of the American Revolution?
Battle of Bunker Hill
True or False: The American Revolution resulted in the establishment of a monarchy.
False
What was one major effect of the American Revolution on France?
It inspired the French Revolution.
Multiple Choice: Which document outlined the grievances against King George III? A) The Constitution B) The Bill of Rights C) The Declaration of Independence D) The Federalist Papers
C) The Declaration of Independence
