Chapter 4 American Revolution

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    The Battle Saratoga was a turning point in the amarican revolution.

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This quiz covers key events and concepts of the American Revolution, including the Writs of Assistance, the Boston Tea Party, and the roles of Patriots. It assesses understanding of legislative acts and strategic advantages during the war, relevant for students studying American history.

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  • 2. 

    The !st Contanental Congress met in Philidephia.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement is true because the First Continental Congress did indeed meet in Philadelphia. This historical event took place from September 5 to October 26, 1774, at Carpenters' Hall in Philadelphia. During this congress, delegates from twelve of the thirteen American colonies gathered to discuss and address their grievances against British rule, leading to the formulation of a unified response and setting the stage for the American Revolution.

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  • 3. 

    Boston Tea Party did not anger Britain because the tea was so cheap it didn't matter.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    because the biritsh were giving them really cheap tea and the colonist threw it away.

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  • 4. 

    The Boston Tea Party was most likely started becuase of what?

    • American tea companys

    • Tea Act of 1773

    • The Brittish were wierd

    • The Americans attacked a boat with tea on it

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Tea Act of 1773
    Explanation
    It is B because the Tea Act of 1773 was used to make the imported Brittish cheaper than American tea so it would put the Americans out of business

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  • 5. 

    Patriots were people who belived what?

    • They should have won the Super Bowl

    • Thjey should have ruled the world

    • The Brittish had become tyrants

    • They were rich

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. The Brittish had become tyrants
    Explanation
    It is C becuase a patriot or whig belived that the Brittish were mad and did not like them

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  • 6. 

    The Treaty of Paris declared the war was over.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The Treaty of Paris was a peace agreement signed in 1783, officially ending the American Revolutionary War between Great Britain and the United States. Therefore, it is correct to say that the treaty declared the war was over.

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  • 7. 

    The French and Indain War was fought over the Ohio River Valley.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    It was very good land that the Indains owned but the British wanted it.

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  • 8. 

    The Decaratoy Act asserted the parliament had the power to make laws for colonists.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The colonist had this put for control.

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  • 9. 

    Sam Adams was a loyalist.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    He was a hardcore Patriot.

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  • 10. 

    The Proclaimation of 1763 was a cause of the American Revolution

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The Proclamation of 1763 was a cause of the American Revolution because it angered many American colonists. The proclamation, issued by the British government, prohibited colonists from settling west of the Appalachian Mountains, in an effort to avoid conflicts with Native American tribes. This angered colonists who had hoped to expand their land holdings and profit from westward expansion. The proclamation also increased tensions between the colonists and the British government, as it was seen as an infringement on their rights and freedoms. These tensions eventually led to the American Revolution.

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  • 11. 

    The Boston Massacre was an act of self-defense by the British.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    They were getting rioted by the colonists.

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  • 12. 

    What were some of the advantages the Continetal Army had in the war?

    • Fighting on home ground

    • Fighting for rights and freedom

    • Good descions by generals

    • French allience- loans, navy, troops

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    It is E becuase all of these things help America win the war

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  • 13. 

    The Proclamation Act was issued by King George.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    because he wanted to have more control of the colonies.

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  • 14. 

    The Declaration of indpendance had 3 parts.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The Declaration of Independence did indeed have three parts. These parts include an introduction, a list of grievances against the British government, and a conclusion. The introduction states the purpose of the document and asserts the rights of the American colonies. The list of grievances outlines the specific complaints against King George III and his administration. The conclusion declares the colonies' intention to separate from Britain and establish themselves as independent states. Therefore, the statement "The Declaration of Independence had 3 parts" is true.

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  • 15. 

    What were some of the advantages the Brittish had in the war?

    • Well trained army navys and well suppiled

    • They had redcoats

    • Strong central government

    • Both A and C

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Both A and C
    Explanation
    It is D becuase well trained army navys and well suppiled army and navys, and a strong central goverment helped them in the war

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  • 16. 

    America was now a republic.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement "America was now a republic" is correct. A republic is a form of government where the country is considered a "public matter" and power is held by the people and their elected representatives. In the case of America, it became a republic after gaining independence from British rule and adopting the Constitution in 1787. This established a system of government where power is vested in the people through their elected officials, such as the President and Congress. Therefore, the answer is true.

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  • 17. 

    The French won the French and Indian War and claimed the Ohio River Valley.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The British won but the coloninist didnt get the land because of the proclamation act.

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  • 18. 

    The Battle of Bunker Hill was won by the Americans

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The Battle of Bunker Hill was not won by the Americans. Although the American forces initially had the advantage and inflicted heavy casualties on the British, they eventually ran out of ammunition and were forced to retreat. The British technically won the battle, but suffered significant losses in the process.

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  • 19. 

    George Washington was the leader in the American Revolution.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    George Washington was not the leader in the American Revolution. While he played a significant role as the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army, the leader of the American Revolution was considered to be a collective effort of many individuals, including political leaders, military strategists, and influential thinkers such as Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin. Washington's leadership and military expertise were crucial for the success of the revolution, but he was not the sole leader of the movement.

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  • 20. 

    1. What did the Writs of Assistance state?

    • Brittish officers had the right to kill anyone they wanted

    • Brittish officers had the right to take and live in any house they wanted to

    • Only loyalists could become govenors

    • Customs officers could enter any locationto look for evidence of smuggilng

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Customs officers could enter any locationto look for evidence of smuggilng
    A. None of the above
    Explanation
    It is d becuase the Writs of Assitance was a search warrent that gave Brittish officers acess to any location to look for smuggling

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