French & indian
Which two European countries fought each other in North America during the French and Indian War
Great Britain and France.
What was the name for colonists who wanted independence from Britain?
Patriots.
Which battle began the Revolutionary War in April 1775?
Lexington and Concord.
Who was the commander of the Continental Army during the American Revolution?
George Washington.
Who was the third president of the United States?
Thomas Jefferson
What land were the British and French competing to control in North America?
Land in the Ohio River Valley.
What was the name for colonists who wanted to remain loyal to Britain?
Loyalists.
Which battle was a costly British victory that showed the colonists could fight effectively against British troops?
The Battle of Bunker Hill.
What document declared that the American colonies were independent from Britain?
The Declaration of Independence.
What major land purchase in 1803 doubled the size of the United States?
The Louisiana Purchase
Which side did many Native American nations support during the war, although different nations made different choices?
The French, often because of existing trade and diplomatic relationships.
What slogan expressed the colonists' belief that they should not be taxed without political representation?
No taxation without representation.
Which battle in December 1776 gave the Patriots an important victory after Washington crossed the Delaware River?
The Battle of Trenton.
Who was the first three presidents of the United States?
George washington , john adams and thomas jefferson
Who was the first person to walk on the Moon?
Neil Armstrong
Which country won the French and Indian War and gained control of Canada?
Great Britain.
What British law placed a tax on printed materials such as newspapers and legal documents?
The Stamp Act.
Which 1777 American victory convinced France to openly support the Patriots?
The Battle of Saratoga.
Why was the Battle of Bunker Hill important even though the British won?
A. It showed the British could be defeated easily.
B. It showed the colonists could challenge British troops and cause heavy losses.
B - It showed the colonists could challenge British troops and cause heavy losses.
What amendment abolished slavery in the United States?
The 13th Amendment
How did the French and Indian War help cause the American Revolution?
Britain had war debts and began taxing the colonies to raise money.
What 1773 protest involved colonists dumping British tea into Boston Harbor?
The Boston Tea Party.
In what ways did the colonists gain confidence in the revolutionary war
The colonists gained confidence during the Revolutionary War because they realized they could fight against the powerful British army and win battles.
Why did some Native American nations support the French during the French and Indian War?
A. They all wanted Britain to rule North America.
B. Some had established trade and diplomatic relationships with France.
B. Some had established trade and diplomatic relationships with France.
Who was president during most of the Civil War?
Abraham lincoln