Ins and Outs of Battle
Who was the navy war hero who's ship, Bonhomme Richard, was fighting the British warship, Serapis, at sea? He is known for the following quote "I have not yet begun to fight".
John Paul Jones
Who was commander of the British army at the Battle of Yorktown?
Who were Loyalists and what was their experience during the war?
Loyalists supported the British cause. They faced difficult times during the war - they were shunned and some became victims of violence. Some were also arrested due to helping the British. In rare cases, Loyalists were executed.
Who lead American victories in the West against the Native Americans, many of whom sided with the British during the war?
George Rogers Clark
Tacos - 'Green Salsa' is called what?
Salsa Verde
Daily Double: What was the American strategy at the Battle of Yorktown?
The Americans trapped the British at Yorktown on land and at sea. They began a siege and blocked off all British supply and escape routes.
What was Marquis de Lafayette's role in the war?
He was excited about the ideas expressed in the Declaration of Independence and wanted to join the battle for freedom; served without pay and was a trusted aid
What does the word "Hessians" refer to?
What state legislature adopted a plan in 1780 to gradually free enslaved people?
Pennsylvania
Daily Double: Cake - What type of cake is the most popular for people's birthdays?
Chocolate
What happened during the Battle of Saratoga?
The Americans won an enormous victory after British plans had failed - which changed the course of the entire war!
Daily Double: What was Francis Marion's nickname?
Swamp Fox
What is the relationship between privateers and blockades?
Privateers = privately owned warships; blockades = preventing American ships from entering harbor. Privateers were hired to break the blockades.
Daily Double: What did Comte de Rochambeau do to help the patriots during the war?
He commanded ships carrying French Aid - he helped Washington trap the British at Yorktown.
Pasta: What is the most popular brand of dried pasta in Italy?
Barilla
Name two Patriot advantages and disadvantages of the war.
• Fighting on own ground
• Sense of purpose
• George Washington
________
• No regular army, a weak navy
• Lacked experience
• Volunteer soldiers
• Not all Americans Supported Independence
The second British attack on Charles Town marked the worst American defeat of the war. Who commanded the British Army during this battle?
Henry Clinton
Daily Double: What was the greatest challenge for Washington at Valley Forge?
Greatest challenge = keeping army together (many became sick and died, many left without permission)
How did the US revolution inspire other countries?
In France - French rebels fought, but the French upheld these principles "Men are born and remain free and equal in rights".
Haiti: Enslaved Africans took up arms and shook off French rule. They were the second nation in the Americans to achieve independence from colonial rule.
Soda: What was the first brand of soda ever created?
Dr. Pepper
What countries did the Americans gain as allies, and why did these countries join their side?
• France = sent money, troops and equipment to aid the patriots
• Spain = declared war on Britian; fought for land (wasn't actually an ally)
They realized that the Americans might actually win the war!
State Nathan Hale's famous quote.
"I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country."
What did Americans and Britian agree to in the Treaty of Paris? Name two compromises.
Great Britian recognized the US as an independent nation withdrew troops from American territory and gave fishing rights to the waters off the coast.
Americans promised to pay British merchants what they owed and Congress would advise the new states to return property taken from Loyalists.
What was the role of women during war? To support your answer - name one important woman that helped the Patriot cause and explain what they did.
Women mainly stayed home during the war to take care of their households.
Molly Pitcher = Brought water to soldiers in battle.
Deborah Sampson = Disguised herself as a man to fight.
Ice Cream: Which Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream Flavor has the following description: "Chocolate Ice Cream with Gooey Marshmallow Swirls, Caramel Swirls & Fudge Fish"?
Phish Food