P.2-5
What are 4 reasons people left Britain to come to America?
Religious freedom, making money, and new life, among others
What happened in the winter of 1777-1778?
There was a harsh winter in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania
Because they had to let officers remain in their homes, lose privacy, and sometimes endure abusive behavior.
Explain why John Paul Jones, who enlisted in the Continental Army, would be considered courageous.
He said "I have not yet begun to fight."
Describe George Washington's strategy that made the colonists victorious over the "finest fighting force in Europe?"
He avoided significant battles and wore down the enemy.
What is the definition of Parliament?
Lawmaking body of Britain
What happened in February 1778?
They signed military and political treaties with France.
Why did New Yorkers tear down the stature shown on the pages? What was the stature used for?
It was melted to show defiance against King George lll and it was used for bullets.
Why would someone call someone else a "Benedict Arnold?"
They are a traitor.
What is the document's name that gave the new nation the name the United States of America?
Constitution of the United States
What is another name for the Coercive Acts?
Intolerable Acts
What was the difference between the Continental Army and the state militias?
The state was the local fighting unit.
Explain the 1776 reenactment event that is done every Christmas Eve.
One hundred twenty-five reenactors stand in for Washington's troops parade around before they cross the river.
What personality traits made George Washington a great leader?
He was stubborn and had a sense of duty.
Infer: Why do you think George Washington did not want he title of King George l of America?
He was not like a king and the title was too powerful.
What happened on April 19th, 1775?
Battle of Lexington and Concord
Why did more Native Americans fight on the British side?
They thought the British would win and keep colonists from moving farther west.
How many soldiers died during the winter of 1777-78 at Valley Forge?
2,500
List 5 rights contained in the Bill of Rights, written in 1791.
freedom of religion, free speech, free press, public assembly, right to bear arms, freedom from unlawful search and seizure, no punishment except by due process of law
What happened December 25-26, 1776?
Surprised the British at Trenton and the Delaware River crossing
Some women followed their husbands to war. What were three things they did to help?
cooked, did laundry, nursed the sick, helped with a cannon