Colonial Leaders — Quiz

Question 1

Benjamin Franklin, the best-known American colonist in the 1760s,

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gained success as a printer and a writer.

Question 2

How did John Hancock react to British colonial policy?

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He joined the Sons of Liberty to speak out against British policies.

Question 3

Who was a British leader who criticized Britain’s treatment of the American colonies?

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William Pitt the Elder

Question 4

What did King George III want during his reign?

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to increase his personal influence over Britain and its American colonies

Question 5

What was George Grenville’s opinion on taxing the colonies?

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He thought the colonies should be taxed to pay for their defense.

Question 6

How did Benjamin Franklin approach the growing dispute between America and the British government?

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He tried to smooth over tensions through discussion and compromise.

Question 7

Which best describes the background of John Adams?

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He was a lawyer who questioned Britain’s tax policies.

Question 8

During the 1760s in Britain, Charles Townshend served as

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chancellor of the exchequer.

Question 9

Which colonial leader became the second president of the United States?

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John Adams

Question 10

What did Parliament do to address the huge debt created by the French and Indian War?

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It created new taxes for American colonists.

Colonial Leaders — Quiz Answers