The Colonies
The Colonies #2
The Road to Revolution
The Revolution
Holley Trivia
100
This Country had 13 colonies in North America. Including New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia
England!
100
What is the name of this type of trade. 
Triangular trade!
100
this war was fought in 1763 between the British and their Native allies against the French and their Native allies. The British win in 1763.
The French and Indian War
OR
The Seven Years' War
100
This document was written by Thomas Jefferson and stated the founding principles of American government, also listing the grievances that the colonists had against King George III.
The Declaration of Independence.
100
In what year was Holley, NY incorporated (founded)?
1850
200
This group of colonies is characterized by a focus on trading and shipbuilding while having cold winters and mild summers. The colonies in this area include Massachusetts and Rhode Island. They're called...
The New England Colonies!
200
What is the name of the economic system that Britain implemented in its colonies in North America.
Mercantilism
200
to pay back debt from the French and Indian War, the British do this in the colonies...
Pass new taxes!
200
The "shot heard round the world" took place at
Lexington and Concord!
200
How many sports teams are there at Holley Schools?
16
300
this group of colonies was focused on growing cash crops on plantations. They basically have year round warm weather. They are called
The Southern Colonies!
300
Describe the process of Mercantilism!
Snyder Approval
300
This was the rallying cry of the American colonists protesting British taxes.
"No Taxation w/out representation!!"
300
this nation helped the colonies win the Revolutionary war
France
300
In what year was Holley Jr. Sr. High School Built?
1975
400
Describe three major points about Indentured Servants
Snyder approval
400
This was the policy of Britain towards the colonies. Colonists could do whatever they wanted as long as the money kept coming in for Mama Britain!
Salutary Neglect
400
This pamphlet by Thomas Paine convinced many that Independence was worth fighting for and is to this day one of the bestselling books in the USA.
Common Sense
400
what battle convinced European countries that the colonies could win, and was a major turning point in the war?
Saratoga
400
To the nearest 1000, how many people live in Holley, NY?
2000
500
Name the four European countries that had colonies in North America.
England
France
Spain
Netherlands
500
What is one example of self government practiced in the colonies?
Virginia House of Burgesses
Mayflower Compact
New England Town Meetings
500
This philosopher said that governments exist to protect our Natural Rights, and when they do not it is citizens' duty to rebel against that government.
John Locke
500
The last battle of the Revolutionary War was the Battle of
Yorktown!
500
What was the original name of Holley before it was changed to honor a commissioner of the Erie Canal, Myron Holley?
Saltport