Revolutionary figures
This future president, who was not among the signers of the Declaration of Independence, led our troops to victory over the British.
Who was George Washington?
In 1777, the Continental Congress approved these "Articles" providing for a Confederation of the 13 states.
What were the Articles of Confederation?
This word means "having a healthy red color."
What is ruddy?
This member of The Observers Club was a skilled silversmith and expert rider.
Who was Paul Revere?
Santa Claus delivers his presents in this flying vehicle?
This man, who turned traitor to the American Patriots, had already led the Americans to one victory in the battle at Saratoga in NY.
Who was Benedict Arnold?
The years 1783-1787 were called this "period in American History" because the framers of our government had to make a choice between two different types of government.
What is "The Critical Period in American History."
having a large or protruding abdomen or stomach.
What is a "paunch?"
This wealthy merchant accused Johnny of stealing a unique silver cup.
Who was Merchant Lyte?
This red-nosed, four legged beast, wasn't allowed to play in any games.
Who was Rudolph?
This young, French General, has a major street named for him in Fredericksburg VA.
Who was Lafayette?
The men who wanted strong central government were known as this.
What were "federalists?"
This is a line or sequence of people or vehicles awaiting their turn to be attended or to proceed.
What is a queue?
This young, patriotic rebel lost his life after the "shot heard round the world" at Lexington Common.
Who was Rab?
We build, decorate, and eat these delicious structures during the Christmas season.
What are gingerbread houses.
This man was the General in charge of the British troops for most of the War for Independence.
Who was General William Howe?
This "Father of the American Constitution" has a university and local high school named for him.
Who was James Madison?
This word means strong hostility.
What is animosity?
This "indolent" former apprentice to Mr. Lapham, assisted Johnny by unwittingly feeding him information about the British.
Who was Dove?
This Saint is the model for modern day Santa Claus?
Who is Saint Nicholas?
This British General surrendered to George Washington at Yorktown, Virginia on October 17, 1781.
Who was Cornwallis?
These 10 amendments were added to the U.S. Constitution to ensure individual liberties.
What is the Bill of Rights?
This word means the intention or desire to do evil; ill will.
What is malice?
This young woman, sister to Isannah, was in love with Johnny.
Who was Cilla?
The character Ralphie receives a pink rabbit suit in this classic Christmas movie.
What is "A Christmas Story?"