Thomas Paine wrote Common Sense to —

A. explain why the American colonies should form an alliance with Spain
Incorrect. Forming an alliance with Spain was not a concern of Thomas Paine.

B. increase public support for American independence
Correct! Thomas Paine encouraged Americans to gain their independence.

C. criticize the military strategies of General Washington
Incorrect. Common Sense was published before independence was declared.

D. criticize King George III for his support of the French and Indian War
Incorrect. Common Sense focused on the king’s treatment of the colonists.

Which of the following is represented by the roots of the plans in this cartoon?

A. People living in England
Incorrect. The roots represent issues and events, not people.

B. Opponents of the American Revolution
Incorrect. The roots represent issues and events, not people.

C. Causes of the American Revolution
Correct! Each of these acts and events led to the American Revolution.

D. Laws passed by the colonial assemblies
Incorrect. These are actions taken directly by the English government.

Which of the following is considered a turning point in the Revolutionary War?

A. The reopening of the port of Boston
Incorrect. This event did not impact the reopening of the port.

B. Benedict Arnold committing treason
Incorrect. This was not a turning point in the Revolutionary War.

C. The British surrender at the Battle of Saratoga
Correct! The American victory convinced the French to support the Americans.

D. The Continental Congress fleeing Philadelphia
Incorrect. The congress fled Philadelphia when it was occupied by the British.

Which of the following is the direct cause of the Boston Tea Party?

A. Boston Massacre
Incorrect. This event did not cause the Boston Tea Party.

B. Reopening of Boston Harbor
Incorrect. This event led to the closing of the harbor.

C. Ban on tea sales
Incorrect. A ban on the sale of tea did not take place in relation to the Boston Tea Party.

D. The Tea Act
Correct! The colonist dumped the tea into the harbor in protest of the unfair taxes levied on the colonists.