Unit 2- American Revolution

Question 1

What was the primary purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

Answer 1

To announce and explain the separation of the American colonies from British rule.

Question 2

True or False: The Bill of Rights consists of the first ten amendments to the Constitution.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The year the Constitution was ratified was _____.

Answer 3

1788

Question 4

Which event directly led to the start of the American Revolutionary War?

Answer 4

The battles of Lexington and Concord.

Question 5

Multiple Choice: Who wrote the Federalist Papers?

Answer 5

A) Alexander Hamilton, B) James Madison, C) John Jay, D) All of the above

Question 6

What was the significance of the Treaty of Paris 1783?

Answer 6

It officially ended the American Revolutionary War and recognized American independence.

Question 7

Short Answer: What were the main weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?

Answer 7

Lack of a strong central government, inability to levy taxes, and difficulty in passing laws.

Question 8

True or False: The Great Compromise created a bicameral legislature.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

Fill in the blank: The first President of the United States was _____.

Answer 9

George Washington

Question 10

What was the primary conflict that led to the drafting of the U.S. Constitution?

Answer 10

The need for a stronger federal government to address issues under the Articles of Confederation.