13 Colonies
What is the first colony established in America?
Jamestown
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
What was the main cause of the Revolutionary War?
Taxation without representation
What is the supreme law of the land?
The Constitution
How many branches are in the U.S. government?
Three.
Which colony was known for its religious tolerance?
Pennsylvania
What was the main purpose of the Declaration of Independence?
To declare independence from Britain
Who was the commander of the Continental Army?
George Washington
What is the purpose of the Constitution?
To establish the framework of government and protect citizens' rights
What are the three branches of government?
Legislative, Executive, and Judicial
What was the main economic activity in the Southern Colonies?
Agriculture (plantations, cash crops like tobacco)
Name one of the unalienable rights listed in the Declaration.
Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness
What treaty ended the Revolutionary War?
Treaty of Paris 1783
Name one branch of government established by the Constitution.
Legislative, Executive, or Judicial
What is the main responsibility of the legislative branch?
To make laws.
Name one reason why the colonies were established.
Name one reason why the colonies were established.
What was the significance of the phrase "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness"?
It emphasizes the fundamental rights of individuals
Name one advantage the Continental Army had over the British.
Knowledge of the land
What does the Bill of Rights consist of?
The first ten amendments to the Constitution
Who is the head of the executive branch?
The President of the United States.
What year was Jamestown founded?
1607
Which event prompted the writing of the Declaration?
The growing tensions and conflicts between the colonies and Britain
What year did the Revolutionary War begin?
1775
How many amendments does the Constitution have?
27
What is the role of the judicial branch?
To interpret laws and administer justice.