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Who led the Sons of Liberty, the group opposing British rule?
Samuel Adams
What treaty officially ended the Revolutionary War?
The Treaty of Paris
Why did the Continental Congress choose George Washington as commander of the army?
He had experience and was respected by all colonies
What options does the President have after Congress passes a bill?
Approve it, veto it, or ignore it
Put these events in order: the Boston Tea Party, the French and Indian War, the Declaration of Independence, and the Battle of Saratoga.
French and Indian War, Boston Tea Party, Declaration of Independence, Battle of Saratoga
What warning did Paul Revere give during his midnight ride?
The British army was advancing to seize weapons
How did France assist the colonies during the Revolutionary War?
By sending weapons and soldiers
What role did Thomas Jefferson play in writing the Declaration of Independence?
He was the primary author of the document
Why did the framers of the Constitution create a way to add amendments?
To allow the Constitution to change with the times
Why did Anti-Federalists push for the Bill of Rights?
To protect individual freedoms and prevent government overreach
Where did the Revolutionary War begin, and what caused it?
Lexington and Concord; the British tried to confiscate colonial weapons
What happened at the Battle of Yorktown?
The American and French forces surrounded the British army, leading to their surrender
How did the Declaration of Independence describe King George III’s actions?
As a ruler who treated the colonies unfairly and abused his power
Which issue was not solved in the original Constitution?
Slavery
What was the colonies’ first plan for governing themselves during the war?
The Articles of Confederation
What problems did soldiers face at Valley Forge in the winter of 1777-78?
Cold weather, starvation, and poor supplies
How did George Washington inspire soldiers during surprise victories at Trenton and Princeton?
By leading daring attacks that boosted morale
How did French troops and ships contribute to the victory at Yorktown?
They trapped the British army, forcing a surrender
What was the Three-Fifths Compromise?
A system for counting slaves as part of the population for representation
How did Thomas Paine encourage the colonists to fight for independence in The Crisis?
By urging them not to give up even in difficult times
Which battle is considered the turning point of the Revolutionary War?
Saratoga
What is the difference between primary and secondary sources?
Primary sources are firsthand accounts, while secondary sources analyze them
What does federalism mean in the U.S. government system?
A division of power between the national and state governments
What does it mean for a country to be a republic?
Citizens elect representatives to govern on their behalf
What complaints did the colonists have about British taxes?
Colonists had no representation in British decisions about taxes