Name to two countries who fought in the French and Indian War.
France and England
100
What is the name of the ocean between Europe and the New World?
The Atlantic Ocean
100
Name two items that were taxed because of the Sugar Act?
Sugar, wine, coffee, molasses
100
Where did the first battle of the American Revolution take place?
Lexington
100
"Get off your high horse."
Stop acting like you are better than everyone else.
200
Why does the war have "Indian" in the name of the war?
Both England and France had Indians (Native Americans) helping them fight.
200
Name the American holiday that first took place in 1620 in Plymouth, Massachusetts?
Thanksgiving
200
Why were so many Colonists upset about the Sugar Acts?
Because British Government did not ask for the Colonists' approval for the taxes; the Colonists dod not have representatives in the British Government
200
Name one of the Patriots who rode through the night of April 19, 1775 in order to warn the militia (minutemen) that the British troops were arriving near Boston?
Paul Revere and William Dawes
200
"It costs an arm and a leg."
It is very expensive.
300
Who paid for the costs of the war?
The colonists paid for the war with the taxes that England began collecting from the colonists.
300
What is the name of the boat that the Separatists Pilgrims took from England to the New World?
The Mayflower
300
What is the most important product that was made from molasses during colonial times?
Rum
300
Why were British troops trying to get to the small town outside of Boston on the night of April 19, 1775?
Because they wanted to confiscate the Colonists' weapons and ammunition which was being stored there.
300
"Dressed to the nines."
Dressed very fancy.
400
What is the name of the group of people in England that makes laws and enacts taxes?
The Parliament
400
How many colonies existed just prior to the French and Indian War?
13
400
Name one thing taxed by the Stamp Act?
Contracts, licenses, will, playing cards
400
What is one nickname the Colonists gave to the British soldiers?
Redcoats, Lobsterbacks, Bloodybacks
400
"In a pickle."
In a tough situation.
500
Who was able to live in the land won during the war?
The Native Americans
500
What is the name of the tribe of Native Americans who was present during the first holiday in Plymouth?
Wampanoag Tribe
500
What is a smuggler?
Someone who sneaks products into the colonies in order to avoid paying taxes; smuggling is illegal
500
Who will eventually "win" the American Revolution? What will be the new name of the colonies?
The colonists will win the war. The new country will be named the United States of America.