1. What were two reasons the British decided to send troops to Lexington and Concord?

2. How many men actually made the ride to warn the colonists?
A. three
B. four
C. two
D. one

3. What did the British find when they arrived in Lexington?
A. Samuel Adams had escaped.
B. The battle was over.
C. It was deserted.
D. The militia was ready and waiting for them.

4. Paul Revere was captured by the British.
A. true
B. false

5. The British plan to go to Lexington and Concord was kept secret.
A. false
B. true

6. What was "the Shot Heard Round the World"?

7. What happened when the British arrived at Concord?
A. The British took the ammunition and headed back to Boston.
B. The colonists surrendered.
C. The British killed all of the militia.
D. The colonists defeated the British and drove them back to Boston.

8. Why is timing an important factor in this battle?