colonies
What was the name of the Northern most colony?
New England colony
What was the major impact as a result of the French & Indian War? (This cause would eventually lead to the American Revolution)
Britain was in Debt
Who wrote the popular pamphlet that led to more support for rebellion in the colonies?
Thomas Paine, Common Sense
Patriots/Colonists
What was the predominant business in the Southern Colonies?
Crops (indigo, rice, tobacco, cotton)
What battle signaled the beginning of the American Revolution?
Lexington & Concord
What act led to a tax on all things paper, dice, playing cards, etc.?
Stamp Act
What were the 2 sides fighting during the French & Indian War? (mention all those involved)
French & Indians (Natives) Vs Britain (& Colonists)
What was the nickname given to the middle colony?
Bread Basket
What's the importance of the the Battle of Trenton?
First Patriot (American) Victory
The Glorious Revolution in England led to what result in the colonies?
Salutary Neglect
What were 2 disadvantages the British had during the Revolution?
Far from home, no passion to fight, homesick
What were the 2 MAIN businesses in the New England Colonies?
Shipbuilding & Fishing
What was the final battle that signaled the end of the American Revolution?
Battle of Yorktown
What did the intolerable/coercive acts lead to?
The creation of the Continental Congress
Which battle signified the end of the American Revolution?
Battle of Yorktown
What was the name of the first colony/landing spot founded in North America by the British?
Massachusetts Bay Colony
What is significant about the battle of Valley Forge?
Low moral --> France (Marquis Lafayette) help lead troops over the redcoats
What group was behind the Boston Tea Party?
Sons of Liberty
What was the greatest advantage the Colonists/Patriots had during the revolutionary war?
Motivation