American Revolution Review

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Why did the American colonies rebel against British rule?

Due to unhappiness with life in the American colonies

To seek economic opportunities in England

Because of British victory in the French and Indian War

As a reaction to British taxation policies and lack of representation in Parliament (correct)

What contributed to the growing discontent and rebellion of the American colonies?

Abolishment of colonial legislatures by the British government

The generous tax breaks provided by the British government

Tightened trade regulations and increased taxation post French and Indian War (correct)

Representation of colonies in the British Parliament

What was the significance of the Stamp Act (1765) in relation to the American colonies?

It was warmly welcomed and accepted by the colonists

It required paid stamps on all paper documents, angering colonists for lack of representation (correct)

It granted colonists representation in the British Parliament

It imposed taxes on imported goods only

Why did the Boston Tea Party occur in 1773?

In response to the Tea Act which granted monopoly to the British East India Company Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the Intolerable Acts (1774) passed by the British Parliament?

Closure of Boston port, revocation of Massachusetts's charter, and Quartering Act imposition Signup and view all the answers

What did the First Continental Congress held in 1774 aim to achieve?

Address grievances against British rule and assert colonial rights Signup and view all the answers

How did the lack of representation in the British Parliament impact the American colonies?

Resulted in colonists having no say in laws imposed on them Signup and view all the answers

What role did self-governing play in the build-up to the American Revolution?

It allowed colonists to implement their own governance ideas Signup and view all the answers

What was a central grievance that led to colonial discontent with British rule?

Lack of influence over policies imposed by Britain Signup and view all the answers

What led to heightened tensions between Britain and its American colonies post-French and Indian War?

Imposition of more taxes and trade regulations by Britain Signup and view all the answers

What was the main purpose of the Articles of Confederation?

To give individual states more power and a weaker central government Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary weakness of the Articles of Confederation?

It could not effectively address national problems Signup and view all the answers

What was the key difference between the Articles of Confederation and the U.S. Constitution?

The Constitution established a stronger central government Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary influence of Enlightenment philosophers on the U.S. Constitution?

It combined Locke's social contract and Hobbes' belief in giving up some freedoms for government protection Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of the people in the U.S. government established by the Constitution?

The people were represented by the officials they voted into office Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Bill of Rights?

To protect individual rights and liberties from the federal government Signup and view all the answers

How were the American and French Revolutions connected?

The French Revolution was inspired by the success of the American Revolution Signup and view all the answers

What was the key idea behind Jean-Jacques Rousseau's philosophy?

Civilization corrupted people, and he preferred a state of nature Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary impact of Voltaire's ideas on the new U.S. government?

Voltaire's support for individual freedom and liberty was reflected in the U.S. government Signup and view all the answers

How did Montesquieu's ideas influence the U.S. government?

His examination of different government types led to the separation of powers in the U.S. Constitution Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary focus of the First Continental Congress?

Boycotting British goods and petitioning the King Signup and view all the answers

What event marked the start of the American Revolution?

The Battle of Lexington and Concord Signup and view all the answers

Which philosopher's ideas about social contract and natural rights influenced the Declaration of Independence?

John Locke Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was a strength of the British during the American Revolution?

The strongest military in the world Signup and view all the answers

What advantage did the colonists have over the British during the American Revolution?

Knowledge of the land and a passionate drive for independence Signup and view all the answers

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

It convinced France to recognize American independence and join the war Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Treaty of Alliance signed by the Continental Congress and France in 1778?

To offset Britain's military advantages and turn the rebellion into an international war Signup and view all the answers

According to the Declaration of Independence, what is the purpose of government?

To secure the unalienable rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness Signup and view all the answers

What did the Treaty of Paris, signed in 1783, accomplish?

It established the United States as an independent nation Signup and view all the answers

What principle did the United States establish with its new form of government?

A government by the people and for the people Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason Napoleon invaded Russia in 1812?

To force Russia to comply with the Continental System and destroy British trade Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary outcome of Napoleon's defeat in the Russian Campaign?

It united Europe against Napoleon and led to his eventual downfall Signup and view all the answers

What was the key purpose of the Congress of Vienna held in 1814?

To establish a new balance of power in Europe after Napoleon's defeat Signup and view all the answers

How did the French Revolution impact the sense of national identity in Europe?

It weakened existing feudal loyalties and replaced them with a strong sense of national identity Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary impact of the Napoleonic Code on the legal system in Europe?

It simplified the legal system and introduced reforms that improved health and education Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for the restoration of the monarchy in France after Napoleon's defeat?

To appease the European powers and prevent further revolutions in France Signup and view all the answers

How did the French Revolution influence global events beyond Europe?

It led to the spread of Enlightenment ideas and inspired revolutions in other parts of the world, particularly in Latin America Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for Napoleon's defeat at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815?

The French army was outnumbered and outmatched by the combined forces of the British and their allies Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of the Treaty of Chaumont created after the Congress of Vienna?

To establish a new system of alliances and maintain the balance of power in Europe Signup and view all the answers

How did the French Revolution impact the role of the government in relation to individual rights and freedoms?

It increased the government's role in protecting and ensuring individual rights and freedoms Signup and view all the answers