Causes
What was an effect of Parliament passing the Tea Act in 1773?
Boston Tea Party
What was the importance of the Battle of Yorktown?
It was the final battle of the American Revolution.
Describe TWO ways the Sons of Liberty protested the tax on tea.
Boycotting tea and Boston Tea Party
What could have been a possible consequence for colonists who signed the Declaration of Independence?
The colonists could be killed or imprisoned.
Define boycott
To refuse to buy or use something
What is the name of the event leading up to the American Revolution where unarmed colonists were shot by British soldiers?
Boston Massacre
What was a cause of the Battles of Lexington and Concord?
British soldiers looked for:
-Samual Adams and John Hancock in Lexington
-find weapons in Concord
Describe TWO ways Paul Revere was involved in the American Revolution.
Midnight ride, was a founding member of Sons of Liberty, painted the Boston Massacre
Why was the Declaration of Independence written?
It was written as a response to the tyranny of King George III over the colonies.
Define surrender
To agree to stop fighting or resisting, usually because defeat is near
How did the colonists respond to the Stamp Act?
It united the colonies against King George III.
The Battle of Saratoga was the turning point of the American Revolution. What was the effect of this victory?
France joined the colonist in the war
What role did George Washington have on the American Revolution?
He was Commander in Chief
Who has the largest signature of the Declaration of Independence
John Hancock
What does "no taxation without representation" mean?
The colonists did not have representation in Parliament.
What event caused King George III to force new taxes on the colonists?
The French and Indian War
How did the geography of the land impact the American Revolution? Explain using at least two examples.
Americans hid in the woods, behind stone fences, and on high ground in Lexington/Concord
French navy ships surrounded British ships in Yorktown
What role did Benjamin Franklin have in the American Revolution?
He persuaded France to assist the colonists to win the American Revolution.
Who is the main author of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
Define tyranny
Cruel and unreasoable rule