Early US History Quiz

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1.

Who was the first Vice President of the United States?
- A.
  
  Thomas Jefferson
- B.
  
  John Adams
- C.
  
  George Washington
- D.
  
  Larry Burkholder
Correct Answer
B. John Adams

Explanation
John Adams became Vice President because he received the second-most votes in the Electoral College. The Constitution was later amended to change how a Vice President is elected.

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2.

What was the first legislative assembly in the American colonies?
- A.
  
  Massachusetts Legislature
- B.
  
  Concord Assembly
- C.
  
  Virginia House of Burgesses
- D.
  
  New York House
Correct Answer
C. Virginia House of Burgesses

Explanation
The Virginia House of Burgesses was founded in 1619.

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3.

Who rode all the way from Boston to Concord to warn of an impending British raid?
- A.
  
  Samuel Prescott
- B.
  
  Roger Sherman
- C.
  
  Thomas Jefferson
- D.
  
  Paul Revere
Correct Answer
A. Samuel Prescott

Explanation
Paul Revere was captured by the British before arriving in Concord. Prescott evaded the British by escaping through the woods.

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4.

Sam Adams headed up what Boston-based revolutionary organization?
- A.
  
  The Green Mountain Boys
- B.
  
  The Boston Red Sox
- C.
  
  The Sons of Liberty
- D.
  
  The Minute Men
Correct Answer
C. The Sons of Liberty

Explanation
Sam Adams persuaded his cousin John Adams to join in the revolutionary effort.

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Early US History Quiz

Who was the first Vice President of the United States?

What was the first legislative assembly in the American colonies?

Who rode all the way from Boston to Concord to warn of an impending British raid?

Sam Adams headed up what Boston-based revolutionary organization?