American War of Independence: Significance and Impacts - Class 8

Significance and Impact of the American War of Independence

American War of independence occupies an important place among the remarkable events of world history.

 

Impact of the American War of Independence

 

The American War of Independence not only emerged a new nation in the world but also a new era for the human race.

 

Let us learn about the impact of the American Revolution.

 

� It led to the independence of the 13 colonies, which later combined to form a new state namely the United States of America (U.S.A) as a sovereign independent country. American industry got a big boost as it got rid of restrictions imposed by England.
� It led to the emergence of a novel system of government, i.e, federalism.
� The framers of the American Constitution framed a federal Constitution which was based on the Presidential system of government.
� The new American Constitution also provides several rights to the Americans- the freedom of speech, press and religion.
� The American Revolution gave birth to the democratic system which gave the American public, right to vote for the first time.
� It had a bad impact on England as it brought a loss to trade and commerce in England. It increased its national debts and led to financial crises.
� The American Revolution encouraged the French Revolution of 1789 AD. It boosted a new spirit of self-confidence in the French people to raise their voice against autocracy and aristocracy.
� It infused new strength into the anti-colonial revolutionaries in the entire world.
� The declaration prepared ground for political philosophy and revolutionary ideas in European history.

 

American War of Independence - Questions

 

1. What type of government did the new country of the United States form?
a) Monarchy
b) Communist
c) Dictatorship
d) Democratic

 

2. American Revolution led to the independence of how many colonies?
a) 15
b) 17
c) 10
d) 13

 

3. When did the French Revolution begin?
a) In 1793
b) In 1760
c) In 1782
d) In 1789

 

4. What is the full form of the USA?
a) United States of Australia
b) United Sovereign of America
c) United State of Africa
d) United States of America

 

5. Which right was given to the people for the first time after the American Revolution?
a) Right to information
b) Right against exploitation
c) Right to equality
d) Right to vote

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