Quiz Me! - Era: Revolution/Declaration of Independence Test your knowledge about the Revolution/Declaration of Independence era. 1 / 10 This wealthy trader of tobacco, rum, wheat and slaves supplied the American forces with war supplies and his own ships, including over $1 million to finance the decisive Battle of Yorktown. Benjamin Rush James Armistead Wentworth Cheswell Robert Morris 2 / 10 Which historical event is described above? Articles of Confederation Congress First Continental Congress Albany Plan for Union Second Continental Congress 3 / 10 Why was the Battle of Saratoga considered to be a turning point in the war? The British took control of the Hudson River and prevented Americans from receiving aid. The British retreated into Canada after the American victory. The Americans declared their independence after the victory. The French and Spanish pledged to aid the United States after the Patriot victory. 4 / 10 What was one outcome of the Second Continental Congress? John Hancock was named as temporary commander of the Continental Army. The Second Continental Congress planned a boycott of all British goods coming into the colonies. Delegates sent a petition that criticized Parliament and pledged loyalty to the King. The Second Continental Congress declared independence after shots were fired at Lexington and Concord. 5 / 10 Patrick Henry became a harsh critic of the Constitution, even calling for a new constitutional convention. As someone who fought against ratification, he was considered to be: An Anti-Federalist A Federalist An Abolitionist A Founding Father 6 / 10 She was a supporter of independence who wrote satirical plays criticizing the Massachusetts royal governor, published documents calling for equal rights for women and is sometimes called “The Conscience of the American Revolution.” Anne Hutchinson Susan B. Anthony Abigail Adams Mercy Otis Warren 7 / 10 What was the outcome of the First Continental Congress? Delegates drafted a colonial army to prepare for war if necessary. Delegates refused to pay any more British taxes they had not approved. Delegates voted to separate from England. Delegates agreed to boycott all trade with Britain. 8 / 10 This radical leader of the opposition to British tyranny is known for his quote, which includes, “give me liberty, or give me death!” Crispus Attucks Patirick Henry James Otis Marquis de Lafayette 9 / 10 What is the best title for the chart above? Colonies Gain Independence from Britain Causes of the French and Indian War Causes of the American Revolution Colonial Grievances 10 / 10 Which colonial woman asked her husband to “remember the ladies” while writing the Declaration of Independence? Anne Hutchinson Abigail Adams Mercy Otis Warren Lucretia Mott Your score is Restart quiz
