Jester Politics Americana Quiz Week 53!!! Leave a Comment / Uncategorized / By Dr. Sean 1 Jester Politics Americana Quiz Week 53!!! 1 / 11 Who was known as the "Swamp Fox" for his guerrilla warfare tactics during the American Revolution? Ethan Allen Francis Marion Daniel Morgan Thomas Sumter 2 / 11 What was the main purpose of the First Continental Congress in 1774? To declare independence from Britain To draft the Articles of Confederation To address colonial grievances and seek redress To negotiate an alliance with France 3 / 11 Which British general surrendered to American forces at the Battle of Yorktown? General Cornwallis General Howe General Burgoyne General Clinton 4 / 11 What pamphlet, written by Thomas Paine, advocated for American independence? The Federalist Papers Common Sense The Rights of Man Poor Richard's Almanack 5 / 11 Who was the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army? John Hancock Benedict Arnold George Washington Nathanael Greene 6 / 11 Which treaty ended the American Revolutionary War and recognized American independence? Treaty of Paris (1763) Treaty of Versailles Treaty of Ghent Treaty of Paris (1783) 7 / 11 What was the purpose of the Committees of Correspondence? To draft the Declaration of Independence To organize colonial resistance against British policies To negotiate peace with Britain To collect taxes for the Continental Arm 8 / 11 Which battle is considered the turning point of the American Revolution? Battle of Bunker Hill Battle of Yorktown Battle of Saratoga Battle of Lexington and Concord 9 / 11 Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence? George Washington Thomas Jefferson John Adams Benjamin Franklin 10 / 11 Which act passed by the British Parliament in 1765 required American colonists to house and supply British soldiers? The Quartering Act The Stamp Act The Townshend Acts The Intolerable Acts 11 / 11 During the American Revolution, which fictional character is said to have provided crucial battle strategies while riding a giant badger? Captain Crunch Lord Voldemort Sir Badgerly the Brave Colonel Sanders Your score isThe average score is 54% 0% Restart quiz Jester Politics thrives on the generous contributions of people like you. Your support, regardless of the amount, fuels our mission to cultivate a vibrant platform for a community of passionate individuals who champion the importance of an enlightened society, if you like what you find here, please consider a donation. Donate Share this post: on Twitter Related
