American Revolution
The war led to U.S. independence. This topic is part of U.S. History within History. This page currently draws on 10 supporting questions, with answers and bonus facts available below.
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American Revolution trivia questions
The American Revolution was fought mainly between the American colonies and which country?
Answer: Great Britain
Bonus fact: The war led to U.S. independence.
What 1776 document declared American independence?
Answer: Declaration of Independence
Bonus fact: The Continental Congress adopted it on July 4, 1776.
Which 1781 battle effectively ended major fighting in the American Revolution?
Answer: Yorktown
Bonus fact: British general Cornwallis surrendered at Yorktown.
Adams helped negotiate which treaty ending the American Revolution?
Answer: Treaty of Paris
Bonus fact: Adams was one of the American peace commissioners in 1783.
Which American statesman is famous for experiments involving electricity and a kite?
Answer: Benjamin Franklin
Bonus fact: Franklin also helped draft and negotiate important documents of the American Revolution.
What role is Benjamin Franklin performing in France in "Ben Franklin in Paris"?
Answer: Diplomat
Bonus fact: Franklin helped secure crucial French support for the American Revolution.
The Battle of Guilford Courthouse was fought during which war?
Answer: American Revolution
Bonus fact: The 1781 battle took place in present-day Greensboro, North Carolina.
The Battle of Monmouth was fought during which war?
Answer: American Revolution
Bonus fact: The battle took place in New Jersey in June 1778.
The Battle of Brandywine was fought during which war?
Answer: American Revolution
Bonus fact: The 1777 battle took place in Pennsylvania near routes leading to Philadelphia.
The Battle of Germantown was fought during which war?
Answer: American Revolution
Bonus fact: The 1777 battle occurred near Philadelphia only weeks after the Battle of Brandywine.