Declaration of Independence
True or False – The main purpose of the Declaration of Independence was to give the King one last chance and hope he listened.
FALSE! The main purpose of the Declaration of Independence was explain to the colonies about breaking away from Great Britain and to give reasons why.
Who wrote most of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
Who often worked as nurses during the Revolutionary War?
Women
Which was not an outcome of the Treaty of Paris? Great Britain recognized the U.S. as Independent, The U.S. received funds that helped remove war debt, The U.S. gained huge amounts of land
U.S. received funds that helped remove war debt
The Continental Army used which two groups of people during the war during several battles? (For example: children, Native Americans)
Women and African Americans
To this day, people still call their signature their _______ ________ in honor of this member of congress that signed the Declaration of Independence.
John Hancock
On July 4, 1776, _________ approved the Declaration of Independence. What was this group of people called that approved the Declaration of Independence?
Congress
Who wrote Common Sense?
Thomas Paine
Which battle is this patriot describing: “General Cornwallis was trapped on a peninsula, surrounded by Washington’s troops on land and the French navy at sea. With no escape, he had no choice but to surrender. At last, victory was ours, and the fight for independence was won."
Battle of Yorktown
Who said this quote: Benjamin Franklin, John Hancock, or Thomas Jefferson? “We must stand together, or we shall surely fall apart.”
Benjamin Franklin
The Declaration of Independence shared three rights: life, liberty, and …?
The pursuit of happiness
Which member of congress was 33 years old and known as a fine writer and thinker?
Thomas Jefferson
Which army used mercenaries?
British Army
Which battle was known for being a turning point in the Revolutionary War?
Battle of Saratoga
Does this quote sound like it came from a Patriot or Loyalist? "A strong and united British Empire is the key to prosperity—why risk chaos for rebellion?"
Loyalist
USE YOUR BOOK! Which excerpt describes where Congress officially declares independence from Great Britain?
Excerpt 5
John Hancock not only has been known to have the biggest signature but also the _______ signature on the Declaration of Independence.
First
What was the name of a powerful document to the American colonists, telling them why they should break free from Britain and become their own country?
Common Sense
After what battle did the British retreat to Boston after being shot from Minutemen behind stone walls and trees alongside the road that led back to the city and safety?
Battle of Lexington and Concord
What was the name of the leader that camped his troops through the harsh winter of 1777-1778 at Valley Forge?
George Washington
What term describes the paragraphs or stanzas in the Declaration of Independence?
Excerpts
Who is this signer of the Declaration of Independence speaking of? “The eldest among us, is a man of great wisdom and wit. He reminds us that Britain will see our names on this document as a death warrant if we fail. Yet, he signs with a steady hand, knowing that unity is our only chance for liberty."
Benjamin Franklin
What event included Congress deciding that they did want independence from Great Britain, then organizing an army and navy for war with George Washington leading the Continental Army?
The Second Continental Congress
Why did Paul Revere have a “Midnight Ride” to speak to the townspeople and Minutemen of Massachusetts?
To warn them that the regulars (British) were coming
Which country supplied the U.S. with soldiers and warships?
The French