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When was the Declaration of Independence signed?
July 4, 1776
What does the word grievance mean?
To complain
How long did it take to write the Declaration of Independence?
2 weeks
Who was the president of the Second Continental Congress?
John Hancock
Who was the main author the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
What is the Second Continental Congress?
Interim government during the American Revolution.
Who was on the committee to write the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, Benjamin Franklin.
What did the Colonists want from Great Britain?
They wanted no taxes & religious freedom.
What grievances did the patriots have against King George 3?
Included unfair laws, taxation without representation and ignoring colonial rights.
Who was the 1st signer of the Declaration of Independence?
John Hancock.
Who were the Patriots?
Colonists who wanted independence.
Who were the Loyalists?
Colonists who stayed loyal to Great Britain. Rich landowners, governors, religious leaders (members of the Church of England)
Was Benjamin Franklin a Patriot or Loyalist?
Patriot: He felt the Great Britain was making unfair laws and the colonists couldn't trust kings.
Was Samuel Adams a Patriot or Loyalists?
Patriot: He called on the colonists to fight for their independence. Devoted to politics & a very persuasive writer.
How many people signed the Declaration of Independence?
56
What challenges were faced by colonists?
Poorly trained soldiers, little money and supplies, a powerful British army.
What does the Declaration of Independence say?
A document that says the American colonies are no longer part of Britain and are now free and independent states.
Who had the largest signature on the Declaration of Independence?
John Hancock
What army was formed to fight the British, led by George Washington?
Continental Army
After the American Revolution was over, who was elected the 1st president of the United States.
George Washington.
What are the 3 key ideas of the Declaration of Independence?
All men are created equal; people have rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Government must protect these rights or the people can rebel.
What were the British Army strengths?
Well trained soldiers, strong navy, plenty of supplies, support from loyalists and Native American allies.
What are the British Army weaknesses?
Far from home, didn't know the land well,not all British people supported the war.
What were the Continental Army strengths?
Fighting to protect their homes, knew the land well, strong leadership from George Washington.
What were the Continental Army Weaknesses?
Poorly trained soldiers, little money and supplies a powerful British Army.