U.S. History STAAR ( State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness) Practice Test

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Which phrase refers to the opening shots of the American Revolutionary War?

  1. "Firing of the first shot"

  2. "The start of the rebellion"

  3. "Shot heard around the world"

  4. "The beginning of the end"

The correct answer is: "Shot heard around the world"

The phrase "Shot heard around the world" refers specifically to the opening shots of the American Revolutionary War, which were fired on April 19, 1775, at the battles of Lexington and Concord. This expression captures the significance of these initial confrontations, symbolizing the start of a conflict that would resonate beyond the American colonies and impact global history. It is attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson, who used it in a poem reflecting on the events, highlighting how the struggle for independence sparked a larger movement for liberty and democracy. Thus, this phrase conveys both the immediacy of the conflict and its far-reaching implications, making it the most appropriate answer.

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