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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At what location are Washington's troops fighting the invading British troops in August 1776?
(a) Charleston
(b) Philadelphia
(c) New York
(d) Boston

2. What was the Olive Branch Petition?
(a) A document sent to France to avoid war
(b) A document petitioning the delegates to behave civilly
(c) A document aimed at reconciliation with Britain
(d) A new ruling by the Supreme Court

3. Why did Abigail think the Southern delegates were hypocritical?
(a) They wanted a voting system but would not let women vote
(b) They were working for freedom of the United States but still owned slaves
(c) They wanted freedom from England but still kept women dependent
(d) They talked about freedom of religion but restricted their parishes

4. What was the main method of communication between John and Abigail?
(a) Long letters
(b) Short notes
(c) Military messages
(d) Dispatches

5. What did the people of Boston call an event where five citizens were killed by British soldiers?
(a) The Boston Massacre
(b) The last insult
(c) A case for vengeance
(d) The final straw

Short Answer Questions

1. What area did John Adams choose for his profession?

2. Who crafted the words of the Declaration of Independence?

3. What was one of the objectives of the Second Continental Congress?

4. What was the pamphlet written by Thomas Paine?

5. Where was John Adams born?

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