Causes
What was a long war that took place before the battles of the American Revolution?
Seven Years War
What was the first battle of the American Revolution?
The Battle of Lexington and Concord
Who was the general of the American Colonists during the American Revolution?
George Washington
Why did George Washington get chosen as president after the American Revolution was done?
He showed that he could be a great general and a therefore a great leader for the new country.
Townshend Acts
Which battle was fought in 1775 and was won by the British? This Battle was close and showed that the Colonists were tough. (Hint: Some of them had to get a better view.)
The Battle of Bunker Hill
What were the names of the TWO people who went on the midnight ride to warn the Colonists that the British were coming?
Paul Revere & William Dawes
What two countries were fighting in the American Revolution?
The United States and Great Britain (England)
What was the name of the terrible event that happened at a busy protest where multiple people died and were injured?
The Boston Massacre
Which battle was December of 1776 (Christmas night) where they crossed a river so surprise attack the British?
The Battle of Trenton
What was the name of the guy who was the 3rd president of the United States and the main author of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
When did the Declaration of Independence get signed?
1776
What was the event called where the Colonists dumped British tea into the Boston Harbor?
The Boston Tea Party
Which battle was in 1777, the battle where the French joined as an ally, and was a big victory for the Colonists?
The Battle of Saratoga
What was the name of the guy who was the 2nd president of the United States, and helped write the Declaration of Independence?
John Adams
What did the Colonists call (nickname) the British based on what they were wearing?
The Redcoats
What was the name of the law the British (the king) created to tax tea and forced American Colonists to only buy from a specific company?
The Tea Act
Which battle was in 1781, was the final major battle of the American Revolution, and led to the end of the war?
The Battle of Yorktown
YOU PICK: What was the name of another person we learned about? What were they famous for? What did they do?
Teacher decides if they are correct (:
What holiday do we still celebrate today to honor and celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence?
Fourth of July! (Independence Day)