This man went on a famous ride to warn citizens before the British marched through Lexington on their way to Concord. "The British are coming!"
Paul Revere
Where was the Revolutionary War fought?
North America
The Sons of Liberty protested the tea act in Boston during this event.
Boston Tea Party
As a result of the various acts created by the British government, Samuel Adams and this group that he created protested by tarring and feathering individuals and had the Boston Tea Party.
Sons of Liberty
What were the Americans and the Continental Army fighting for?
Freedom, Independence from Great Britain
This person was killed in the Boston Massacre, making him the first casualty of the American Revolution.
Crispus Attucks
This fort was quickly created by Washington and his Virginia militia in 1754, but they were quickly defeated by the French.
Fort Necessity
This battle is seen as the start of the Revolutionary War after the "shot heard 'round the world." It took place in April of 1775. Many were surprised that the Massachusetts militias and minutement were able to fight against the experienced British troops and turn the British troops back.
Lexington and Concord
A group of women created this organization that signed pledges against drinking tea and published notices in the local newspaper promising they would not buy British-made cloth.
Daughters of Liberty
John Locke stated that the purpose of government is to give people natural rights. He inspired Thomas Jefferson. What were the three natural rights that he mentioned?
Life, liberty, ownership of property
One of the Firebrands and writer of Common Sense
Thomas Paine
The Continental Army used surprise attacks and used their resources (land) in this warfare tactic.
Guerrilla warfare
In the summer of 1776, the British fought the Americans in this battle, resulting in the Americans losing control over New York City until the war was over.
Battle of Long Island
Samuel Adams created an organization in 1772 that worked as a network for communication between the different colonies. What was the name of this organization?
Committees of Correspondence
Thomas Jefferson was inspired by John Locke's work and thoughts on government, resulting in the drafting and signing of this document.
Declaration of Independence
Famous inventor who helped negotiate with Britain & France on America's behalf, creator of "Join, or Die" advertisement.
Benjamin Franklin
What is the name of someone who supports the Continental army and separation from Great Britain?
Patriot
Daniel Morgan defeated the British in South Carolina
Battle of Cowpen
After the Battle of Saratoga in October of 1777, the French and the Americans signed this document stating that the French will give the colonists weapons, gunpowder, and soldiers.
Treaty of Alliance
Which army had more money and resources, was better trained and experienced, and had a strong navy?
Great Britain
Who was the British King during the American Revolution?
King George III
What is the name of someone who supports the British army and cause?
Loyalist
In October of 1781, the Americans defeated the British at this location, which essentially brought the war to its end.
Battle of Yorktown
This treaty ended the Revolutionary War.
Treaty of Paris
Professional German soldiers that fought with the British were known as
Hessians