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What was the original name of New York City?
New Amsterdam
Who were the American rebels fighting against?
British
Which Native American tribe allied with the French in the war?
Which holiday celebrates American independence?
July 4th
Who were the first European settlers in New York?
Dutch
Who led the Continental Army in the Revolutionary War?
George Washington
What group supported the British in New York?
Loyalists
What was the colonial city of New York known for?
Trade
Who did the British fight in the French and Indian War?
French
Who did the Loyalists support?
British
What was the main export in New York?
Fur
What European country originally settled New York?
Netherlands
What year did the American Revolution end?
1783
Which famous American was an inventor and Patriot?
Benjamin Franklin
Which country helped the Patriots win?
France
Name the battle that was a turning point in the Revolution.
Saratoga
What document announced America's independence?
Declaration of Independence
Where did the Continental Congress meet?
Philadelphia
Who was New York named after?
What was used to pay soldiers after the war?
Land
Who was the British king during the Revolution?
King George
What did British troops occupy in New York?
New York City
What European country lost the colonies?
Britain
Name the fort built by the British in New York.
Fort Niagara
What is the other name for the Battle of Long Island?
Brooklyn