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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. Who drafted the first rules and regulations for the U.S. Navy during this time?
(a) Edward Biddle
(b) William Pierce
(c) Thomas Jefferson
(d) John Adams

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

3. What was a critical step for the new country?
(a) Build a regular army
(b) Come up with a name
(c) Decide on a king
(d) Decide the country's capital

4. How old was Benjamin Franklin at the time of the Second Continental Congress?
(a) 65
(b) 75
(c) 50
(d) 70

5. References to what subject were removed from the declaration?
(a) Taxes
(b) Slavery
(c) Greed
(d) War

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Adams' role during the debate for independence on July 1, 1776?

2. Which of the delegates led a movement to reconcile with England?

3. To what town does Adams move his family in 1771?

4. In what year does the book begin?

5. In what year is the Second Continental Congress held?

(see the answer key)

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