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A government of our own is our natural right: And when a man seriously reflects on the precariousness of human affairs, he will become convinced, that it is infinitely wiser and safer, to form a constitution of our own in a cool deliberate manner, while we have it in our power, than to trust such an interesting event to time and chance.—Thomas Paine, Common Sense
What effect do you think these words had on the American colonists?
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Responses
They most likely inspired fear in the Loyalists of the Patriots.
They most likely inspired fear in the Loyalists of the Patriots.
They most likely strengthened the colonists’ desire to act on their wish to separate from Britain.
They most likely strengthened the colonists’ desire to act on their wish to separate from Britain.
They most likely encouraged the Framers to meet and write the U.S. Constitution at the Continental Congress.
They most likely encouraged the Framers to meet and write the U.S. Constitution at the Continental Congress.
They most likely increased colonial acts of civil disobedience by confirming their validity
They most likely increased colonial acts of civil disobedience by confirming their validity
The correct answer is: They most likely strengthened the colonists’ desire to act on their wish to separate from Britain.
What significant effect did the Treaty of Paris, signed after the French and Indian War, have on France?
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Responses
France had to withdraw to its empire in Central and South America.
France had to withdraw to its empire in Central and South America.
France had to allow the British to claim and settle the Ohio Valley.
France had to allow the British to claim and settle the Ohio Valley.
France lost its claim to the entire Florida territory.
France lost its claim to the entire Florida territory.
France had lost most of its territory and power in North America.
France had lost most of its territory and power in North America.
The correct answer is: France had lost most of its territory and power in North America.
Which of the following excerpts is a grievance of the American colonists that was included in the Declaration of Independence?
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“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."
“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."
“Such has been the patient sufferance of these Colonies; and such is now the necessity which constrains them to alter their former Systems of Government.”
“Such has been the patient sufferance of these Colonies; and such is now the necessity which constrains them to alter their former Systems of Government.”
“He has dissolved Representative Houses repeatedly, for opposing with manly firmness his invasions on the rights of the people.”
“He has dissolved Representative Houses repeatedly, for opposing with manly firmness his invasions on the rights of the people.”
“We, therefore, the Representatives of the United States of America. . . solemnly publish and declare, That these United Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and Independent States. . . .”
“We, therefore, the Representatives of the United States of America. . . solemnly publish and declare, That these United Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and Independent States. . . .”
The correct answer is: “He has dissolved Representative Houses repeatedly, for opposing with manly firmness his invasions on the rights of the people.”
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. . . I long to hear that you have declared an independency—and by the way in the new Code of Laws which I suppose it will be necessary for you to make I desire you would Remember the Ladies, and be more generous and favorable to them than your ancestors. . . . If particular care and attention is not paid to the Ladies we are determined to foment [incite; instigate] a Rebellion, and will not hold ourselves bound by any Laws in which we have no voice, or Representation. . . .
—Abigail Adams, letter to John Adams
How does Abigail Adams use the ideas of the patriots to support her cause?
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Responses
by comparing the existing British laws with the laws that the patriots feel need to be established
by comparing the existing British laws with the laws that the patriots feel need to be established
by declaring women to be independent from and having the same rights as men
by declaring women to be independent from and having the same rights as men
by claiming that women have the right to rebel if they do not have a voice in government
by claiming that women have the right to rebel if they do not have a voice in government
by insisting that history has always been unfair to women
by insisting that history has always been unfair to women
The correct answer is: by claiming that women have the right to rebel if they do not have a voice in government.
What motivated most African American soldiers to fight in the Revolutionary War with the Patriots?
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Responses
the hope that the war would also bring an end to slavery
the hope that the war would also bring an end to slavery
the desire to achieve military ranks
the desire to achieve military ranks
the fear of what would happen if they did not fight in the war
the fear of what would happen if they did not fight in the war
the need to protect their family and the families of their masters
The correct answer is: the hope that the war would also bring an end to slavery.
What was significant about the role of the Green Mountain Boys? Select all that apply.
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Responses
They launched a surprise attack on Fort Ticonderoga and defeated the British.
They launched a surprise attack on Fort Ticonderoga and defeated the British.
They assisted Washington and his troops in launching a surprise attack in Trenton.
They assisted Washington and his troops in launching a surprise attack in Trenton.
They secured valuable supplies of gunpowder and cannons.
They secured valuable supplies of gunpowder and cannons.
They secured a key route into Canada.
They secured a key route into Canada.
They brought their wives to help with the war effort.
The correct answers are:
- They launched a surprise attack on Fort Ticonderoga and defeated the British.
- They secured valuable supplies of gunpowder and cannons.
Which statement correctly contrasts Mary Ludwig Hays’ contributions during the Revolution to those of Betsy Ross?
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Responses
Hays took charge of her husband's farm and Ross tended to wounded soldiers.
Hays took charge of her husband's farm and Ross tended to wounded soldiers.
Hays made guns and cannons and Ross helped on the home front.
Hays made guns and cannons and Ross helped on the home front.
Hays operated a cannon in battle and Ross made the American flag.
Hays operated a cannon in battle and Ross made the American flag.
Hays was killed in battle and Ross pushed for equal rights for women.
The correct answer is: Hays operated a cannon in battle and Ross made the American flag.
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In the text you read the following about George Washington and the Battle of Fort Necessity:
Determined to carry out his orders, Washington hurried on. Native American allies revealed that French scouts were camped in the woods ahead. Marching quietly through the night, Washington launched a surprise attack and scattered the French. The Iroquois helped the British fight against the French, as well as the French allies, the Algonquins.
How might the Iroquois have been helpful in assisting the British troops in the surprise attack?
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Responses
The Iroquois likely had better knowledge of the area and could lead British troops through the woods.
The Iroquois likely had better knowledge of the area and could lead British troops through the woods.
The Iroquois likely had better knowledge of the habits of the French and Algonquins and could plan accordingly.
The Iroquois likely had better knowledge of the habits of the French and Algonquins and could plan accordingly.
The Iroquois likely had more modern equipment than the British.
The Iroquois likely had more modern equipment than the British.
The Iroquois likely instructed British troops how to fight in the woods.
The Iroquois likely instructed British troops how to fight in the woods.
The correct answer is: The Iroquois likely had better knowledge of the area and could lead British troops through the woods.
What were some reasons that the Iroquois joined forces with the British? Select all that apply.
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Responses
They were enemies with some other tribes who were fighting with the French.
They were enemies with some other tribes who were fighting with the French.
The British charged lower prices than the French and therefore trusted them more.
The British charged lower prices than the French and therefore trusted them more.
They had long traded with British fur traders and didn’t want to upset the relationship.
They had long traded with British fur traders and didn’t want to upset the relationship.
They wanted to join forces with the Algonquins and Hurons who were also fighting with the British.
The correct answers are:
- They were enemies with some other tribes who were fighting with the French.
- They had long traded with British fur traders and didn’t want to upset the relationship.
How did the French respond when the colonies defeated the British at Saratoga in the Revolutionary War?
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Responses
They supported the British in their efforts to control the colonies.
They supported the British in their efforts to control the colonies.
They formed an alliance with Germany to attack the British.
They formed an alliance with Germany to attack the British.
They were encouraged to support the patriot effort.
They were encouraged to support the patriot effort.
They withdrew their support of the British.
The correct answer is: They were encouraged to support the patriot effort.
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In an effort to rally the nation in the midst of war, and attract popular support for itself, Congress addressed the inhabitants of the United States, reminding them of the cruelties they had suffered at the hands of the British, and warning them that more such treatment would result from a reunion with Britain. Because people regularly gathered at places of worship, Congress distributed the address to "churches and chapels and other places of religious worship" with the request that ministers read it aloud to their congregation immediately after divine service. Written by Congressman Gouverneur Morris, the address was sent throughout the states, and 50 copies were given to General Washington, to disperse throughout the army. —Library of Congress, American Memory Collection
Why did Congress feel the need to boost American morale by releasing this address in early 1778?
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Responses
American army had given up and began to side with the British.
American army had given up and began to side with the British.
Americans were beginning to lose hope of winning their independence.
Americans were beginning to lose hope of winning their independence.
Congress hoped people would donate much needed supplies.
Congress hoped people would donate much needed supplies.
Congress used the address as a way to trick the British.
Congress used the address as a way to trick the British.
The correct answer is: Americans were beginning to lose hope of winning their independence.
Which of the following best describes how the Intolerable Acts affected the American colonies?
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Responses
The acts caused the colonies to declare war against the British government.
The acts caused the colonies to declare war against the British government.
The acts caused the colonies to unify against Boston.
The acts caused the colonies to unify against Boston.
The acts caused the colonies to boycott tea, leading to the Boston Tea Party.
The acts caused the colonies to boycott tea, leading to the Boston Tea Party.
The acts caused the colonies to unify against the British government.
The correct answer is: The acts caused the colonies to unify against the British government.
What was the mistake British General Charles Cornwallis made that ultimately caused his defeat?
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Responses
He miscalculated the strength of the Continental Army in Charlottesville, VA
He miscalculated the strength of the Continental Army in Charlottesville, VA
He failed to listen to Benedict Arnold who informed him of key information about the Americans.
He failed to listen to Benedict Arnold who informed him of key information about the Americans.
He retreated to Yorktown where he was trapped.
He retreated to Yorktown where he was trapped.
He failed to cut off supply routes to the Carolinas.
The correct answer is: He retreated to Yorktown where he was trapped.
What impact did the capture of Fort Ticonderoga have on the American soldiers?
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Responses
The American soldiers were able to use cannons captured at Fort Ticonderoga to intimidate the British.
The American soldiers were able to use cannons captured at Fort Ticonderoga to intimidate the British.
The British delayed American troops from joining the fight in Boston because of the battle at the fort.
The British delayed American troops from joining the fight in Boston because of the battle at the fort.
The Americans were able to use the fort’s cannons to destroy the Spanish ships that supported the British army.
The Americans were able to use the fort’s cannons to destroy the Spanish ships that supported the British army.
The Americans lost the Battle of Bunker Hill because of the number of cannons the British had acquired from the fort.
The correct answer is: The American soldiers were able to use cannons captured at Fort Ticonderoga to intimidate the British.
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In the text you read this about the Olive Branch Petition:
After much debate, the delegates sent a petition to King George. In the Olive Branch Petition, they declared their loyalty to the king and asked him to repeal the Intolerable Acts.
George III was furious when he heard about the petition. The colonists, he raged, were trying to begin a war “for the purpose of establishing an independent empire!” The king vowed to bring the rebels to justice. He ordered 20,000 more troops to the colonies to crush the revolt.
What was the impact of the Olive Branch Petition?
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Responses
It declared independence from Britain for the first time.
It declared independence from Britain for the first time.
It failed to bring about peace and only angered King George III.
It failed to bring about peace and only angered King George III.
It caused there to be a brief break in the fighting.
It caused there to be a brief break in the fighting.
It weakened the Continental Congress.
The correct answer is: It failed to bring about peace and only angered King George III.
What was the impact of Minutemen during the Revolutionary War?
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Responses
They were able to resist British forces using the same tactics that British soldiers used.
They were able to resist British forces using the same tactics that British soldiers used.
They set up signals to warn the regular American army whenever British soldiers were approaching.
They set up signals to warn the regular American army whenever British soldiers were approaching.
As trained soldiers who could prepare for battle quickly, they fought the British at Lexington and Concord.
As trained soldiers who could prepare for battle quickly, they fought the British at Lexington and Concord.
As wealthy farmers, they provided much needed financial support to the American army.
As wealthy farmers, they provided much needed financial support to the American army.