Georgia And The American Revolution

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    What law forbade the colonists to move west of the Appalachian Mountains?

    • Intolerable Acts
    • Missouri Compromise
    • Proclamation of 1763
    • Emancipation Proclamation
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This quiz aligns with the following AKS: 34a - formulate the immediate and long term causes of the American Revolution and their impact on Georgia including French and Indian War (aka Seven Years’ War), Proclamation of 1763, Stamp Act, Intolerable Acts, and Declaration of Independence, 34b - analyze the significance of people and events in Georgia on the Revolutionary War to include Loyalists, Patriots, Elijah Clarke, Austin Dabney, Nancy Hart, Button Gwinnett, Lyman Hall, George Walton, Battle of Kettle Creek, and the siege of Savannah

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  • 2. 

    Who was the female Georgia patriot  famous for capturing and killing a group of Tories during the revolution?

    • Nancy Hart

    • Molly Pitcher

    • Rebecca Felton

    • Mary Musgrove

    Correct Answer
    A. Nancy Hart
    Explanation
    Nancy Hart was a female Georgia patriot who became famous for her bravery during the American Revolution. She is known for capturing and killing a group of Tories, or British loyalists, during the war. Hart's actions demonstrated her dedication to the cause of American independence and her willingness to take risks to protect her fellow patriots. Her story has been celebrated as an example of female heroism and contribution to the Revolutionary War effort.

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  • 3. 

    What do Lyman Hall, George Walton, and Button Gwinnett have in common?

    • They all fought in the French and Indian War

    • They were original Georgia colonists on the Ann

    • They all signed the Declaration of Independance

    • They all fought as Loyalists during the American Revolution

    Correct Answer
    A. They all signed the Declaration of Independance
    Explanation
    Lyman Hall, George Walton, and Button Gwinnett have in common the fact that they all signed the Declaration of Independence. This document, adopted on July 4, 1776, declared the thirteen American colonies independent from British rule and marked the birth of the United States of America. These three individuals played a significant role in the founding of the nation by affixing their signatures to this historic document.

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  • 4. 

    Who was the black soldier who was seriously wounded at the Battle of Kettle Creek?

    • Crispus Attucks

    • Austin Dabney

    • Frederick Douglass

    • Alonzo Herndon

    Correct Answer
    A. Austin Dabney
    Explanation
    Austin Dabney was the black soldier who was seriously wounded at the Battle of Kettle Creek. The other options, Crispus Attucks, Frederick Douglass, and Alonzo Herndon, are not relevant to the Battle of Kettle Creek and therefore not the correct answer.

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  • 5. 

    • Newpspaper
    • Marraiage Licenses
    • other legal documents
    The above items relate to what cause of the American Revolution?

    • Intolerable Acts

    • Proclamation of 1763

    • Stamp Act

    • French and Indian War

    Correct Answer
    A. Stamp Act
    Explanation
    The items mentioned in the question, such as newspapers, marriage licenses, and other legal documents, are related to the Stamp Act. The Stamp Act was a law passed by the British Parliament in 1765 that required colonists to pay a tax on various printed materials, including newspapers and legal documents, by using a special stamp. This act was one of the major causes of the American Revolution as it sparked widespread protests and resistance among the colonists who believed it violated their rights to taxation without representation.

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  • 6. 

    Who was the leader of the militia who led the forces at the Battle of Kettle Creek?

    • Elijah Clarke

    • Nathaniel Greene

    • Benjamin Lincoln

    • George Washington

    Correct Answer
    A. Elijah Clarke
    Explanation
    Elijah Clarke was the leader of the militia who led the forces at the Battle of Kettle Creek.

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  • 7. 

    • Signer of the Declaration of Independence
    • Lost a duel to Lachlan McIntosh
    • Has a county named after him/her
    The above career highlights belong to who?

    • Nancy Hart

    • Button Gwinnett

    • George Washington

    • Thomas Jefferson

    Correct Answer
    A. Button Gwinnett
    Explanation
    Button Gwinnett is the correct answer because he was a signer of the Declaration of Independence, lost a duel to Lachlan McIntosh, and has a county named after him. This combination of career highlights uniquely applies to Button Gwinnett.

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  • 8. 

    What is the opening part of the Declaration of Independence called?

    • Preface

    • Preamble

    • Objective

    • Introduction

    Correct Answer
    A. Preamble
    Explanation
    The opening part of the Declaration of Independence is called the Preamble. It serves as an introduction to the document and outlines the reasons for declaring independence from Great Britain. The Preamble is famous for its powerful and influential language, including the famous phrase "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness."

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  • 9. 

    Georgians who came together to oppose the Stamp Act called themselves

    • Liberty Boys

    • Sons of Liberty

    • Revolutionary Guards

    • Stamp Act Opposition

    Correct Answer
    A. Liberty Boys
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Liberty Boys because Georgians who came together to oppose the Stamp Act referred to themselves as Liberty Boys. This group was part of the larger Sons of Liberty movement, which sought to resist British taxation and assert colonial rights. The name "Liberty Boys" reflects their commitment to liberty and their active role in opposing the Stamp Act.

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  • 10. 

    Patriot is to Loyalist as Colonist is to _______

    • French

    • British

    • Spanish

    • Native American

    Correct Answer
    A. British
    Explanation
    The relationship between "Patriot" and "Loyalist" is that of opposing sides in a conflict or war. In the context of the American Revolution, Patriots were the colonists who fought for independence from British rule, while Loyalists were colonists who remained loyal to the British crown. Applying the same logic, "Colonist" would be associated with the British, as they were the ruling power over the American colonies at that time. Therefore, the correct answer is "British".

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  • 11. 

    Actions taken by the British to punish the colonists for the Boston Tea Party became known as the

    • Tea Act

    • Stamp Act

    • Intolerable Acts

    • Navigation Acts

    Correct Answer
    A. Intolerable Acts
    Explanation
    The actions taken by the British to punish the colonists for the Boston Tea Party were known as the Intolerable Acts. These acts were a series of punitive measures imposed by the British government on the American colonies in response to their resistance and protests against British policies. The Intolerable Acts included the Boston Port Act, which closed the port of Boston until the colonists paid for the destroyed tea, as well as other measures aimed at restricting the colonists' rights and increasing British control over the colonies. These acts further fueled the colonists' anger and contributed to the growing tensions that eventually led to the American Revolution.

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  • 12. 

    Which statement about Georgia regarding the French and Indian War is correct?

    • Georgia gained new territory as a result of the war

    • Georgia colonists suffered great losses of lives and property

    • Georgia was a buffer zone in the fighting between the French and the Indians

    • Georgia was the only colony to support the French against the British in the war

    Correct Answer
    A. Georgia gained new territory as a result of the war
    Explanation
    During the French and Indian War, Georgia did gain new territory as a result of the war. This war, which took place from 1754 to 1763, was fought between the British and the French, with Native American tribes aligning themselves with one side or the other. Georgia was able to expand its territory as a result of the British victory in the war, which led to the Treaty of Paris in 1763. This treaty granted Georgia land that had been previously controlled by the French, including parts of present-day Alabama and Mississippi.

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  • 13. 

    • Committees of Correspondance
    • Boston Tea Party
    • Continental Congress
    These activities were supported by most of the

    • Patriots

    • Loyalists

    • Colonists

    • Royalists

    Correct Answer
    A. Patriots
    Explanation
    The activities of Committees of Correspondence, Boston Tea Party, and Continental Congress were all supported by Patriots. Patriots were colonists who supported the American Revolution and were opposed to British rule. They believed in the cause of independence and actively participated in activities and events that aimed to resist British authority and promote the rights and liberties of the colonists. Therefore, it is logical to conclude that these activities were supported by Patriots.

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  • 14. 

    "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights The above quote comes from what part of the Declaration of Independence? 

    • Body

    • Grievances

    • Conclusion

    • Preamble

    Correct Answer
    A. Preamble
    Explanation
    The quote is from the Preamble of the Declaration of Independence. The Preamble serves as an introduction to the document and outlines the fundamental principles and beliefs upon which the declaration is based. It states that all men are created equal and have certain unalienable rights, which sets the tone for the rest of the document.

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  • 15. 

    What was the MOST significant result of the siege of Savannah?

    • The British were pushed out of Georgia

    • The city of Savannah remained in British hands

    • It was the deadliest battle of the Revolutionary War

    • It was the last major conflict of the Revolutionary War

    Correct Answer
    A. The city of Savannah remained in British hands
    Explanation
    The most significant result of the siege of Savannah was that the city remained in British hands. This outcome meant that the British maintained control over an important strategic location, which allowed them to continue exerting influence in the southern colonies during the Revolutionary War. The failure to capture Savannah was a major setback for the American forces, as it limited their ability to gain control over the southern region and weakened their overall position in the war.

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  • 16. 

    What was the importance of the Battle of Kettle Creek?

    • The Indians joined with the colonists to defeat the British

    • The colonists took needed weapons and horses from the British

    • The British were driven into Florida and were unable to regroup

    • It was the last battle fought in Georgia during the Revolutionary War

    Correct Answer
    A. The colonists took needed weapons and horses from the British
    Explanation
    The Battle of Kettle Creek was important because the colonists were able to obtain much-needed weapons and horses from the British. This was significant as it provided the colonists with valuable resources to continue their fight against the British during the Revolutionary War.

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