Question

8 who introduced the resolution that called for the colonies to be free and independent states?
a richard henry lee
b george washington
c thomas jefferson
d john hancock
9 what was a significant consequence of the battle of saratoga for the american colonies?
a it marked the end of the revolutionary war
b it led to the signing of the declaration of independence
c it convinced france to join the war as an ally
d it resulted in the british capture of charleston
10 what was one of the contributions of camp followers during the revolutionary war?
a they provided essential services like nursing and laundry
b they fought alongside the soldiers in battle
c they managed the continental armys finances
d they spied on british troops
11 who is known as the \father of the constitution\?
a thomas jefferson
b alexander hamilton
c john jay
d james madison
12 which document served as the first constitution of the united states before being replaced by the u.s. constitution?
a the articles of confederation
b the treaty of paris
c the declaration of independence
d the federalist papers
13 what was the primary significance of dunmores proclamation during the american revolution?
a it guaranteed equal rights for all colonial subjects.
b it declared the end of british taxation in the colonies.
c it promised freedom to enslaved people who joined the british forces.
d it offered land to native american tribes for their loyalty.
14 how many states were required to ratify the u.s. constitution for it to become effective?
a 9
b 13
c 11
d 10

Explanation:

• Question 8: Richard Henry Lee introduced the resolution for colonial freedom.
• Question 9: The Battle of Saratoga convinced France to ally with the American colonies.
• Question 10: Camp followers provided essential services like nursing and laundry.
• Question 11: James Madison is known as the "Father of the Constitution".
• Question 12: The Articles of Confederation were the first U.S. constitution.
• Question 13: Dunmore's Proclamation promised freedom to enslaved people joining the British.
• Question 14: 9 states were required to ratify the U.S. Constitution.

Answer:

• 8. a. Richard Henry Lee
• 9. c. It convinced France to join the war as an ally
• 10. a. They provided essential services like nursing and laundry
• 11. d. James Madison
• 12. a. The Articles of Confederation
• 13. c. It promised freedom to enslaved people who joined the British forces
• 14. a. 9