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American Revolution
Government
Rights
War of 1812
100

Who was the first president of the United States?

George Washington

100
  • What was the slogan that expressed the colonists' anger over taxation?

"No taxation without representation!"

100

What are the three branches of government?
 

Legislative, Executive, Judicial

100
  • What right protects freedom of speech and religion?

First Amendment rights

100

What was the War of 1812 fought over?

Conflicts between the British and Americans.

200
  • Who was the leader of the British army during the Revolutionary War?

John Burgoyne

200
  • What was the turning point battle of the American Revolution?

Saratoga

200
  • Which branch makes the laws?

Legislative

200

What does the Second Amendment protect?
 

Right to own weapons

200
  • How did the War of 1812 affect New York?

Many battles occurred in New York, including Buffalo.

300
  • Who created the first National Bank and helped convince other states to ratify the constitution?

Alexander Hamilton

300

What treaty ended the Revolutionary War?
 

Treaty of Paris

300
  • What is the role of the Executive branch?

To ensure that laws are followed and control the armed forces.

300

What protection does the Fourth Amendment offer?
 

Protection against unfair searches and seizures

300
  • When did the War of 1812 end?

In 1815

400
  • Who was the first Chief Justice of the Supreme Court?

John Jay

400

What was the significance of the French and Indian War?
 

It was a battle over land and resources in North America.

400
  • What document outlines the rights of the people?

Bill of Rights

400

What does the Sixth Amendment guarantee?
 

Right to trial by jury in criminal cases

400
  • What was one consequence of the War of 1812 for the United States?

It boosted American nationalism.

500

Who was the first governor of New York and also served as Vice President under Thomas Jefferson and James Madison?
 

George Clinton

500
  • What did the Treaty of Paris accomplish?

It gave American colonies their independence.

500
  • What are the first ten amendments to the Constitution called?

Bill of Rights

500
  • What does the Ninth Amendment state?

People’s rights are not limited to those in the Constitution.

500
  • Name one significant battle that took place during the War of 1812 in New York.

Battle of Buffalo

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