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This treaty recognized the independence of the United States.
The Treaty of Paris
Who donated $200,000 of his own money and served in the Continental Army without pay?
The Marquis de Lafayette
Who was named commander of the Continental Army?
George Washington
Joe is pulled over for speeding. The officer charges him a 50 thousand dollar fine. Which amendment may Joe cite when in court?
Amendment #8
What did colonists who chose to fight for independence from Great Britain call themselves?
Which document proposed a model of government with only a legislative brach? The Constitution later added a system of checks and balances.
The Articles of Confederation
Which three people played a key role in the "Midnight Ride"?
Paul Revere, William Dawes, and Samuel Prescott
What is the term used to describe German mercenaries who fought not out of loyalty, but for pay?
Hessians
Russell opened his door to find a person standing there. Before he could even open his mouth, the person went inside and demanded that because he is a soldier stationed in in Russell's town, Russell must let him stay for a few days. Which commandment should Russell cite in his refusal?
Amendment #3
If a bill is vetoed by the President, what needs to happen for it to be passed?
2/3 majority vote in the Senate and House of Representatives
This constitutional plan proposed that states' representation should be based solely on population.
When Thomas Jefferson became President, he directed his secretary of state, James Madison, to withhold the commission from this person
William Marbury
The Patriots may have lost this battle early in the revolution, but they also proved that they could take on the Redcoats.
The Battle of Bunker Hill
George is watching TV when he hears a knock on the door. He gets up and makes his way to the door. When he opens it, there is an officer. The officer asks if he could search George’s home. George asks the officer if he has a search warrant and the officer says no. What amendment could George bring up to prevent the officer from searching his home?
Amendment #4
Which document was the colonists' final attempt to restore harmony and avoid a war? (King George refused to read it)
Olive Branch Petition
"We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness."
Which section of the Declaration of Independence contains these words? What are the sections before and after it?
Rights, comes after the Preamble and before the List of Complaints
This British General attempted to move his 7,200 men to Yorktown, Virginia- a move that he would later regret.
General Cornwallis
After the Patriots won this battle, George Washington is said to have exclaimed, “It is a fine fox chase, my boys!”
The Battle of Trenton
Andrea has been accused of robbing a local store, and is taken to court. She does not have an attorney, and none are offered to her. Which amendment could she say was violated?
Amendment #6
What term is used to describe the power of the Supreme Court to overturn laws that are not constitutional?
Judicial Review
What is the name of the Enlightenment thinker who argued that government could only exist with “the consent of the governed”?
John Locke
This Founding Father was not present at the Constitutional Convention because he was serving in England as ambassador.
John Adams
Which three countries offered foreign aid after the Patriots won the Battle of Saratoga?
France, Spain, and Holland
Jim is accused of a crime: robbing a bank. He was innocent, but a man who looked like him was seen in the security feed. Jim was never given the chance to prove his innocence, and was sent straight to prison for 10 years. Which amendment was violated?
Amendment #5
What is the name of the woman who dressed as a man and fought in several battles during the American Revolution?
Deborah Sampson