Acts, Continental Congress, and Continental Army
It enacted to raise revenue from the American Colonies on molasses etc.
What was the Sugar Act
Known as the turning point of the American Revolution
What was The Battle of Saratoga
the Commander of the Continental Army
Who is George Washington
this document was signed on July 4 1776
When was the Declaration of Independence
colonists argued against taxation without representation in the British government
What was the purpose of the quote ”No taxation without representation“
imposed direct taxes, angered colonists, and sparked revolutionary sentiments
What was the Stamp Act
Ended the war and recognized the U.S. as an independent nation.
What was The American Revolution
Was a delegate of Continental Congress for Pennsylvania and he convinced France to support the Americans.
Who is Ben Franklin
This treaty was signed in 1783
When was the Treaty of Paris signed
America’s first constitution, which lacked authority for taxation and enforcement
What were the Articles of Confederation
Coordinated efforts to resist British rule and ultimately led to independence
The purpose of the Continental Congress is
Decisive battle that led to British negotiations for peace. (Last major battle of the Revolution
What was The Battle of Yorktown
he was a primary author of the Declaration of Independence
Who is Thomas Jefferson
This battle triggered the revolutionary war in 1775
When was the battle of Lexington and Concord fought
Officially declared the colonies independence from Britain. Adopted on July 4, 1776, primarily authored by Thomas Jefferson
What was the Declaration of Independence
Struggled with shortages of troops, supplies, and experienced leaders
Weakness of the Continental Army
Demonstrated the resilience of colonial forces despite being a British victory
What was The Battle of Bunker Hill
he did a midnight ride to warn everyone that the British were coming
Who is Paul Revere
This event happened in 1781
When did General Cornwallis surrender to George Washington at Yorktown
Officially ended the Revolution, recognizing U.S. independence
What did the Treaty of Paris do for the American Revolution
Washington‘s leadership was a key factor in sustaining the American cause
Strength of the Continental Army
A difficult period during the war where the Continental Army emerged stronger after training
What was The Winter at Valley Forge
Wrote the common sense, A pamphlet that encouraged colonists to seek independence from Britain, presenting arguments for self-rule.
Who is Thomas Paine
This group of people first met in 1774
When did the Continental Congress meet
A rallying cry for resistance against British tyranny
What does the quote “Give me liberty, or give me death!” mean