Unit 2 American Revolution

Question 1

What was the main cause of the French and Indian War?

Answer 1

The main cause was the struggle for territorial control in North America between the British and the French.

Question 2

True or False: The French and Indian War was fought between 1754 and 1763.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The French and Indian War is also known as the ______ War.

Answer 3

Seven Years

Question 4

Which treaty ended the French and Indian War?

Answer 4

The Treaty of Paris (1763)

Question 5

What was one significant outcome of the French and Indian War for Britain?

Answer 5

Britain gained significant territorial gains in North America, including Canada and Florida.

Question 6

What year did the Battles of Lexington and Concord take place?

Answer 6

1775

Question 7

True or False: The Battle of Bunker Hill was a victory for the British.

Answer 7

True

Question 8

Fill in the blank: The Declaration of Independence was adopted on July ___, 1776.

Answer 8

4

Question 9

Which battle is considered the turning point of the American Revolution?

Answer 9

The Battle of Saratoga

Question 10

Who was the commander of the Continental Army during the American Revolution?

Answer 10

George Washington

Question 11

True or False: George Washington served as the commander of the Continental Army during the American Revolution.

Answer 11

True

Question 12

Which key figure is known for his role as a diplomat in France and his contributions to the American Revolution?

Answer 12

Benjamin Franklin

Question 13

Multiple Choice: Who is known as the ‘Father of the American Navy’? A) John Paul Jones B) Samuel Adams C) Thomas Paine

Answer 13

A) John Paul Jones

Question 14

What year was the Declaration of Independence adopted?

Answer 14

1776

Question 15

True or False: The Declaration of Independence was signed by all thirteen colonies.

Answer 15

False

Question 16

Fill in the blank: The Declaration of Independence was primarily authored by __________.

Answer 16

Thomas Jefferson

Question 17

Which document asserted the colonies’ right to self-governance and independence from Britain?

Answer 17

The Declaration of Independence

Question 18

Multiple Choice: What are the unalienable rights mentioned in the Declaration of Independence? A) Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness B) Freedom, Equality, and Justice C) Peace, Love, and Harmony

Answer 18

A) Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness