2nd Continental Congress
People
Rights
Battles
Treaty of Paris/Misc
100
Who Established an Army to unify the colonies?
The 2nd Continental Congress
100
Who is the main author of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
100
What is the purpose of government?
to protect individual rights
100
What was the last major battle of the American Revolution?
Battle of Yorktown
100
____________ were not able to have a role as government leaders during the American Revolution.
Women
200
Which important event was a direct outcome of the 2nd Continental Congress?
publication of Common Sense
200
Which colonial leader helped lead colonists to revolution by gaining the support of the French?
Benjamin Franklin
200
If the King declares war against the colonies, what right is he taking away?
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness
200
What was the role of the French in the Battle of Yorktown?
The French Navy blockaded the harbor and cut off British supplies.
200
The official end to the American Revolution came after the ....
Treaty of Paris in 1783
300
Which document did the 2nd Continental Congress send to Britain as a final attempt for peaceful resolution?
Olive Branch Petition
300
Which colonial leader led colonists to independence by publishing Common Sense?
Thomas Paine
300
If the King declares colonists shall have no say in Parliament, what right is he taking away?
Consent of the governed
300
Due to their ability to survive through the winter at Valley Forge, colonial soldiers were able to ....
train to become better soldiers and build confidence
300
What was the most important outcome of the Treaty of Paris?
It defined the United States borders
400
The 2nd Continental Congress adopted what document to unify the colonies?
Declaration of Independence
400
Which of the following groups chose to help the colonists during the American Revolution in hopes of getting their land back?
Native Americans
400
IF the King declares citizens of England have a right to a jury trial, but colonial citizens do not, what right is he taking away?
equality
400
Why was the Battle of Saratoga a turning point in the American Revolution?
It persuaded France to give military assistance to the Americans
400
What countries signed the Treaty of Paris?
The United States and England
500
DOUBLE!!!!!!!!!!!!! Identify an advantage and disadvantage for both the British and Colonial armies in the American Revolution.
See test for Answer
500
Who was the leader of the Continental Army?
George Washington
500
DOUBLE!!!!!!!! Describe 4 complaints you have against the King and his actions towards the colonies.
See test for answer
500
Which group supported the BRITISH and COLONISTS during the American Revolution because they believed they would gain their Freedom?
African Americans
500
What did England agree to as a condition of the Treaty of Paris?
Recognize the United States as an independent country.
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