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 lost its claim to the entire Florida territory.
France had lost most of its territory and power in North America.
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. Indian 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.
Use the excerpt to answer the question.
2. How might the Iroquois have been helpful in assisting the British troops in the surprise attack? (1 point)
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 more modern equipment than the British.
The Iroquois likely instructed British troops how to fight in the woods.
3. What were some reasons that the Iroquois joined forces with the British? Select all that apply. (3 points)
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.
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.
. . . 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
Use the excerpt to answer the question.
4. How does Abigail Adams use the ideas of the patriots to support her cause? (1 point)
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 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
An image titled The Bloody Massacre shows British soldiers firing into a crowd of colonists. Several colonists are lying on the ground covered in blood.
Use the image to answer the question.
5. What impact do you think seeing this image would have on the American colonists? (1 point)
By confirming the rumors of illegal actions taken by Bostonians, the engraving would weaken the rebel’s cause.
By confirming the reaction the British would have to an uprising, the engraving would reduce the colonists’ desire to take action.
By confirming the strength of the British forces, the engraving would increase support for the British government.
By confirming the repressive actions of the British government, the engraving would increase the desire to rebel against it.
6. Which of the following best describes how the Intolerable Acts affected the American colonies? (1 point)
The acts caused the colonies to declare war against the British government.
The acts caused the colonies to call for the First Continental Congress.
The acts caused the colonies to quarter British troops without payment from the government.
The acts caused the colonies to unify against the British government.
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.
Use the excerpt to answer the question.
7. What was the impact of the Olive Branch Petition? (1 point)
It declared independence from Britain for the first time.
It failed to bring about peace and only angered King George III.
It caused there to be a brief break in the fighting.
It weakened the Continental Congress.
Advantages and Disadvantages of American Forces During the Revolutionary War
Advantages Disadvantages
Familiar with land Less money to fund the war
Access to resources Less national development
Willingness to fight Poorly trained and supplied
Minutemen and volunteers Smaller population
Use the image to answer the question.
8. Based on the chart, what major advantage did the colonists have over the British during the Revolutionary War? (1 point)
colonists had more supplies than the British
colonists had European financial support
colonists had a better knowledge of the land than the British
colonists had more soldiers than the British
9. What impact did the capture of Fort Ticonderoga have on the American soldiers? (1 point)
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 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.
10. What was significant about the role of the Green Mountain Boys? Select all that apply. (3 points)
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 secured valuable supplies of gunpowder and cannons.
They secured a key route into Canada.
They brought their wives to help with the war effort.
11. Which of the following excerpts is a grievance of the American colonists that was included in the Declaration of Independence? (1 point)
“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.”
“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. . . .”
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
Use the excerpt to answer the question.
12. What effect do you think these words had on the American colonists? (1 point)
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 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
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
Use the excerpt to answer the question.
13. Why did Congress feel the need to boost American morale by releasing this address in early 1778? (1 point)
American army had given up and began to side with the British.
Americans were beginning to lose hope of winning their independence.
Congress hoped people would donate much needed supplies.
Congress used the address as a way to trick the British.
14. What was the impact of Minutemen during the Revolutionary War? (1 point)
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.
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.
A timeline shows a few major events between 1750 and 1800 that contributed to American Independence.
1754 – The French and Indian War breaks out in North America.
1763 – The Treaty of Paris ends the war and diminishes French power in North America.
1765 – Parliament passes the Stamp Act, sparking protests in the American colonies.
1770 – British troops fire on demonstrators in the Boston Massacre, killing five.
1773 – British Parliament passes the Tea Act.
1775 – Fighting breaks out at Lexington and Concord between British soldiers and colonial minutemen.
1777 – The American victory at the Battle of Saratoga is the turning point of the war.
1778 – France recognizes American independence.
1781 – The British surrender to the Americans at Yorktown
1783 – Great Britain recognizes American independence.
Use the excerpt to answer the question.
15. What does the timeline suggest as a reason why the French supported the Americans during the Revolutionary War? (1 point)
The French hoped to overthrow the Americans and reclaim their land.
The French were angry with Britain and wanted to support its enemies.
The French believed supporting the Americans would bring them wealth.
The French feared that American troops would attack them unless they joined the war.
16. What was the mistake British General Charles Cornwallis made that ultimately caused his defeat? (1 point)
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 retreated to Yorktown where he was trapped.
He failed to cut off supply routes to the Carolinas.
17. How did the French respond when the colonies defeated the British at Saratoga in the Revolutionary War? (1 point)
They supported the British in their efforts to control the colonies.
They formed an alliance with Germany to attack the British.
They were encouraged to support the patriot effort.
They withdrew their support of the British.
18. Which statement correctly contrasts Mary Ludwig Hays’ contributions during the Revolution to those of Betsy Ross? (1 point)
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 operated a cannon in battle and Ross made the American flag.
Hays was killed in battle and Ross pushed for equal rights for women.
19. What motivated most African American soldiers to fight in the Revolutionary War with the Patriots? (1 point)
the hope that the war would also bring an end to slavery
the desire to achieve military ranks
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
20. Summarize the reasons for writing the Declaration of Independence. (4 points)
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2. The Iroquois might have been helpful in assisting the British troops in the surprise attack because they likely had better knowledge of the habits of the French and Algonquins and could plan their attack accordingly. This can be inferred from the excerpt provided, which states that the Iroquois helped the British fight against the French and their Algonquin allies.
3. The reasons that the Iroquois joined forces with the British include: 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, and they wanted to join forces with the Algonquins and Hurons who were also fighting with the British. These reasons can be gathered by analyzing the provided options and considering historical knowledge of the relationships between Native American tribes and European powers during this time period.
4. Abigail Adams uses the ideas of the patriots to support her cause by claiming that women have the right to rebel if they do not have a voice in government. This can be deduced by analyzing the phrase "If particular care and attention is not paid to the Ladies we are determined to foment a Rebellion," which suggests that women should have a voice and the right to rebel if they are not given equal treatment.
5. Seeing the image of the British soldiers firing into a crowd of colonists would likely have the impact of confirming the repressive actions of the British government, and therefore increase the desire to rebel against it. This conclusion can be made by considering the violent nature of the image and the fact that it portrays British soldiers attacking unarmed colonists.
6. The Intolerable Acts caused the colonies to unify against the British government. This can be gathered by analyzing the options provided and understanding that the Intolerable Acts were a series of punitive measures imposed by the British government that were intended to punish the colonists for their resistance to British rule.
7. The impact of the Olive Branch Petition was that it failed to bring about peace and only angered King George III. This can be deduced from the excerpt, which describes the king's furious reaction to the petition and his vow to bring the rebels to justice.
8. Based on the chart, the major advantage that the colonists had over the British during the Revolutionary War was that they had a better knowledge of the land than the British. This can be determined by analyzing the "Advantages" column of the chart, which states that the colonists were familiar with the land.
9. The capture of Fort Ticonderoga allowed the American soldiers to use cannons captured at the fort to intimidate the British. This can be inferred from historical knowledge of the capture of Fort Ticonderoga and its strategic importance.
10. The Green Mountain Boys launched a surprise attack on Fort Ticonderoga and defeated the British, secured valuable supplies of gunpowder and cannons, and secured a key route into Canada. These reasons can be gathered by analyzing the options provided and considering historical knowledge of the actions of the Green Mountain Boys during the Revolutionary War.
11. The excerpt "He has dissolved Representative Houses repeatedly, for opposing with manly firmness his invasions on the rights of the people" is a grievance of the American colonists that was included in the Declaration of Independence. This can be determined by analyzing the excerpt, which addresses the actions of the British government in dissolving representative houses.
12. These words most likely strengthened the colonists' desire to act on their wish to separate from Britain. This can be inferred based on the idea that the words are encouraging the colonists to form their own government, suggesting a desire for independence.
13. Congress felt the need to boost American morale by releasing this address in early 1778 because Americans were beginning to lose hope of winning their independence. This can be determined by analyzing the options provided and considering the purpose of the address mentioned in the excerpt.
14. The impact of Minutemen during the Revolutionary War was that they fought the British at Lexington and Concord. This can be inferred based on historical knowledge of the actions of the Minutemen during the Revolutionary War.
15. The timeline suggests that the French supported the Americans during the Revolutionary War because they were angry with Britain and wanted to support its enemies. This can be deduced by analyzing the timeline, which includes the French recognition of American independence.
16. The mistake British General Charles Cornwallis made that ultimately caused his defeat was that he retreated to Yorktown where he was trapped. This can be inferred from historical knowledge of the Battle of Yorktown and the role of General Cornwallis.
17. When the colonies defeated the British at Saratoga in the Revolutionary War, the French were encouraged to support the patriot effort. This can be inferred based on historical knowledge of the impact of the American victory at the Battle of Saratoga on international support for the American cause.
18. Mary Ludwig Hays' contribution during the Revolution was that she operated a cannon in battle, while Betsy Ross' contribution was that she made the American flag. This can be determined by comparing the options provided and understanding the contributions of Mary Ludwig Hays and Betsy Ross during the Revolutionary War.
19. Most African American soldiers were motivated to fight in the Revolutionary War with the Patriots by the hope that the war would also bring an end to slavery. This can be deduced by analyzing the options provided and considering the historical context of the Revolutionary War and the fight for freedom from British rule.
20. The reasons for writing the Declaration of Independence include: declaring independence from Britain, asserting the unalienable rights of individuals, listing grievances against the British government, and inspiring support for the patriot cause. These reasons can be gathered by analyzing the options provided and understanding the purpose and content of the Declaration of Independence.
