US US History Colonial and Revolutionary Period 2

Question 1

What document, signed in 1620, established self-governance among the Pilgrims?

Accepted Answer

The Mayflower Compact

Answer

The Mayflower Compact was signed in 1620 by Pilgrim settlers aboard the Mayflower, establishing a form of self-governance for the Plymouth Colony.

Question 2

What was the primary purpose of the Stamp Act of 1765?

Accepted Answer

To raise revenue from the colonies to pay British war debts

Answer

The Stamp Act required colonists to pay a tax on all printed materials to help Britain pay debts from the French and Indian War.

Question 3

Who wrote the pamphlet 'Common Sense' that helped inspire the American Revolution?

Accepted Answer

Thomas Paine

Answer

Thomas Paine wrote 'Common Sense' in January 1776, which argued powerfully for American independence from Britain and was widely read throughout the colonies.

Question 4

What was the significance of the Battle of Saratoga in 1777?

Accepted Answer

It convinced France to formally ally with the American colonies

Answer

The American victory at Saratoga was a turning point that convinced France to enter the war as an ally of the American colonies against Britain.

Question 5

Which colonial leader famously said, 'Give me liberty, or give me death'?

Accepted Answer

Patrick Henry

Answer

Patrick Henry, a Virginia lawyer and politician, delivered this famous speech in March 1775 at the Virginia Convention, urging colonists to take up arms against Britain.

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US US History Colonial and Revolutionary Period 2