Question

What impact do you think seeing this image would have on the American colonists? (1 point) Responses By confirming the rumors of illegal actions taken by Bostonians, the engraving would weaken the rebel’s cause. 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 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 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.

Answer 1

The most likely impact of seeing the image would be: "By confirming the repressive actions of the British government, the engraving would increase the desire to rebel against it."

This response reflects the historical context in which engravings and illustrations were often used as propaganda to mobilize public sentiment. If the engraving depicted the British government in a harsh or oppressive manner, it would resonate with the grievances many colonists felt towards British rule, thereby fueling anti-British sentiments and motivating them toward rebellion.

Answer 2

What were some reasons that the Iroquois joined forces with the British? Select all that apply. (2 points) Responses They were enemies with some other tribes who were fighting with the French. 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. 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 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.

Answer 3

The reasons that the Iroquois joined forces with the British include:

1. They were enemies with some other tribes who were fighting with the French.
2. They had long traded with British fur traders and didn’t want to upset the relationship.

These reasons reflect the complex relationships and rivalries among Native American tribes during the colonial period, as well as the economic factors influencing alliances. The Iroquois sought to maintain their dominance and navigate the colonial power dynamics, leading them to side with the British against French-allied tribes.

Answer 4

How did the French respond when the colonies defeated the British at Saratoga in the Revolutionary War? (1 point) Responses They supported the British in their efforts to control the colonies. They supported the British in their efforts to control the colonies. They formed an alliance with Germany to attack the British. They formed an alliance with Germany to attack the British. They were encouraged to support the patriot effort. They were encouraged to support the patriot effort. They withdrew their support of the British.

Answer 5

The correct response is: They were encouraged to support the patriot effort.

The American victory at Saratoga in 1777 was a turning point in the Revolutionary War that convinced the French of the viability of the American cause. Consequently, it led to the formal alliance between France and the American colonies, providing crucial support for the Patriot effort against British rule.

Answer 6

Use the excerpt to answer the question. 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 Why did Congress feel the need to boost American morale by releasing this address in early 1778? (1 point) Responses American army had given up and began to side with the British. American army had given up and began to side with the British. Americans were beginning to lose hope of winning their independence. Americans were beginning to lose hope of winning their independence. Congress hoped people would donate much needed supplies. Congress hoped people would donate much needed supplies. Congress used the address as a way to trick the British

Answer 7

The correct response is: Americans were beginning to lose hope of winning their independence.

In early 1778, the Revolutionary War was becoming increasingly difficult for the American colonists, and morale was low. Congress sought to remind the citizens of the injustices they had faced under British rule and to rally support for the ongoing struggle for independence. By addressing the nation through influential figures like ministers in places of worship, they aimed to reignite hope and galvanize public support for the war effort.

Answer 8

Which of the following best describes how the Intolerable Acts affected the American colonies? (1 point) Responses The acts caused the colonies to declare war against the British government. The acts caused the colonies to declare war against the British government. The acts caused the colonies to unify against Boston. The acts caused the colonies to unify against Boston. The acts caused the colonies to boycott tea, leading to the Boston Tea Party. The acts caused the colonies to boycott tea, leading to the Boston Tea Party. The acts caused the colonies to unify against the British government.

Answer 9

The best response is: The acts caused the colonies to unify against the British government.

The Intolerable Acts, passed in 1774 in response to the Boston Tea Party, were seen as a direct attack on the autonomy of all the colonies. Instead of causing division, these punitive measures led to increased solidarity among the colonies in their opposition to British rule, ultimately helping to foster a collective identity and resistance against the British government.

Answer 10

What was the mistake British General Charles Cornwallis made that ultimately caused his defeat? (1 point) Responses He miscalculated the strength of the Continental Army in Charlottesville, VA 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 failed to listen to Benedict Arnold who informed him of key information about the Americans. He retreated to Yorktown where he was trapped. He retreated to Yorktown where he was trapped. He failed to cut off supply routes to the Carolinas.

Answer 11

The correct response is: He retreated to Yorktown where he was trapped.

General Cornwallis's decision to move his forces to Yorktown in 1781 ultimately led to his defeat. He became trapped there by the combined American and French forces, which led to his surrender in October 1781. This surrender marked a significant turning point in the American Revolutionary War, effectively leading to the end of major military operations and paving the way for American independence.