Colonization
How many colonies were there?
13
Who is credited for "discovering" America? (not on test)
Christopher Columbus
Who was fighting against the French during the French and Indian War?
Why did the British wear red?
To hide the blood stains from previous battles
Who won the Revolutionary War?...DO NOT get this wrong!
America!! DUH!
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What colony was founded first?
Virginia
Which European country claimed the original colonies? What motivated them to claim land?
England, to expand their empire
Who won the French and Indian War?
British
Who was the general for the Americans during the Revolutionary War?
George Washington
What happened during the Boston Tea Party?
Rebels and patriots dressed up as Indians and poured crates of tea overboard as a protest against the King's tax on tea.
In what region were plantations extremely popular?
South
Which European country claimed the Midwest, Great Lakes, and Canada? What motivated them to claim land?
France, to find the Northwest passage to trade easier
What were the Sons & Daughters of Liberty?
A secret group of people who rebelled against the King and wanted independence.
What was the first battle of the American Revolution?
Lexington & Concord
What happened during the Boston Massacre?
Colonists threw snowballs and ice at redcoats guarding the Custom's House. Eventually the soldiers fired, killing 5 colonists. This event led to the American Revolution.
Why was slavery primarily in the south?
Year round growing season, warm climate
Which European country claimed Mexico, California, Texas, and Florida? What motivated them to claim land?
Spain, to spread Christianity and to find gold
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What 2 results of the French and Indian War caused the Revolution?
Colonists could not move west and they were taxed unfairly
What was the Quartering Act?
A law that forced colonists to allow British soldiers to live in their homes.
What was the first settlement? (not on test)
Jamestown
What 3 regions made up the original colonies?
New England, Middle, & Southern
During the European colonization of the New World which 3 countries claimed land in North America?
Who said "Give me Liberty, or give me death"? What does it mean?
Patrick Henry - It means give me freedom or kill me trying to get it!
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence? Why was this document so important?
Thomas Jefferson - The document declared both war and independence against England.
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What was the final battle of the American Revolution? (not on test)
Battle of Yorktown