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    What document formally announced the colonies' break from Great Britain?

    • Loyalists Papers
    • Declaration of Independence
    • Common Sense Pamphlet
    • Colonial Uprise
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This quiz covers key figures and events of the American Revolution, including the Declaration of Independence and its major authors.

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  • 2. 

    Who was the author of a 47-page pamphlet called Common Sense?

    • George Washington

    • Patrick Henry

    • Paul Revere

    • Thomas Paine

    Correct Answer
    A. Thomas Paine
    Explanation
    Thomas Paine was the author of a 47-page pamphlet called Common Sense. Common Sense was published in 1776 and played a significant role in inspiring the American colonists to seek independence from Great Britain. Paine's pamphlet argued for the idea that it was common sense for the American colonies to break away from British rule and establish their own independent nation. The pamphlet was widely read and helped to rally public support for the American Revolution.

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  • 3. 

    The main author of the Declaration of Independence was

    • George Washington

    • John Adams

    • Thomas Jefferson

    • Benjamin Franklin

    Correct Answer
    A. Thomas Jefferson
    Explanation
    Thomas Jefferson was the main author of the Declaration of Independence. He was chosen to draft the document by a committee appointed by the Second Continental Congress. Jefferson's eloquent writing skills and his belief in individual rights and freedoms made him the ideal candidate for this task. His words in the Declaration of Independence, including the famous phrase "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness," have had a profound impact on American history and continue to be celebrated as a cornerstone of the nation's values.

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  • 4. 

    The first major battle of The American Revolution was the

    • Battle of Saratoga.

    • Battle of Bunker Hill.

    • Battle of Bull Run.

    • Battle of Great Bridge.

    Correct Answer
    A. Battle of Bunker Hill.
    Explanation
    The Battle of Bunker Hill was the first major battle of the American Revolution. It took place on June 17, 1775, in Charlestown, Massachusetts. Although the British won the battle, the American colonists put up a strong resistance and inflicted heavy casualties on the British forces. The battle demonstrated the determination and fighting spirit of the American revolutionaries, boosting their morale and inspiring further resistance against British rule.

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  • 5. 

    True or False.  The Virginia Declaration of Rights was the first official call for American independence.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The Virginia Declaration of Rights, adopted on June 12, 1776, by the Virginia Convention, was indeed the first official call for American independence. It was a document that outlined the fundamental rights and principles that should be protected for all citizens. The declaration heavily influenced the drafting of the United States Declaration of Independence, which was adopted just a few weeks later on July 4, 1776. Therefore, the statement "True" is correct.

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  • 6. 

    Those who chose to side with the British were called

    • Loyalists.

    • Colonists.

    • Minutemen.

    • Patriots.

    Correct Answer
    A. Loyalists.
    Explanation
    During the American Revolution, those who chose to support and remain loyal to the British Crown were called Loyalists. These individuals believed in maintaining the existing colonial relationship with Britain and opposed the idea of independence. Loyalists were often seen as traitors by the Patriots, who fought for American independence. The term "Loyalists" accurately describes those who sided with the British during this historical period.

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  • 7. 

    Who tried to influence her husband to include women's rights in the Declaration?

    • Betsy Ross

    • Abigail Adams

    • Dolley Madison

    • Martha Washington

    Correct Answer
    A. Abigail Adams
    Explanation
    Abigail Adams tried to influence her husband to include women's rights in the Declaration. As the wife of John Adams, who was one of the founding fathers and the second President of the United States, Abigail Adams was known for her strong advocacy for women's rights and equality. She believed that women should have a voice in the new nation's laws and policies, and she corresponded with her husband, urging him to consider the inclusion of women's rights in the Declaration of Independence. Her efforts were influential in shaping John Adams' views on women's rights.

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  • 8. 

    True or False.  George Washington and Henry Knox both took control of the Continental Army in Boston.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    George Washington and Henry Knox did not both take control of the Continental Army in Boston. While George Washington did take command of the Continental Army in 1775, Henry Knox did not assume his position as the army's chief artillery officer until later that year. Therefore, the statement is false.

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    True or False.  The First Continental Congress created a Continental Army.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The First Continental Congress did not create a Continental Army. It was actually the Second Continental Congress that established the Continental Army in 1775, after the outbreak of the American Revolutionary War. The First Continental Congress, which took place in 1774, was primarily focused on addressing grievances against British policies and organizing boycotts, rather than military matters. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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  • 10. 

    The Second Continental Congress did all of the following EXCEPT:

    • Formed the Continental Army

    • Issued a national currency

    • Proposed reconciliation with King George III in the Olive Branch Petition

    • None of these

    Correct Answer
    A. None of these
    Explanation
    The Second Continental Congress did all of the mentioned actions, including forming the Continental Army, issuing a national currency, and proposing reconciliation with King George III in the Olive Branch Petition. Therefore, the answer "None of these" is correct as it states that the Congress did not exclude any of the mentioned actions.

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