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What new leadership position was given to George Washington?
He was the commander for the Continental Army.
What treaty officially ended the war with Brittan? In what year was it signed?
The Treaty of Paris. September 3, 1783.
Identify two things the Americans received from the British in the Treaty of Paris.
1. It formally granted the American colonies their independence
2. It gave the new nation all lands east of the Mississippi river.
Compare the Olive Branch petition to the declaration approved the next day.
The Olive Branch Petition resembled peace. But the day after congress approved a document entitled Declaration of the Causes and Necessity of taking Up Arms, which outlined why they were fighting the British.
List the three results of the War of Independence.
1. There was an increased equality among family members
2. More Americans began to view slavery differently.
3. It impacted American religion.
How did the War for Independence change some people's view on the institution of slavery?
The people wondered how slavery could be consistent with the ideals of liberty and equality for which they had fought.
Who led the Green Mountain Boys of New England in capturing Fort Ticonderoga? What did they hope to accomplish with the capture of the fort?
Ethan Allen. Capturing it would prevent the British from moving down the Hudson River and dividing New England from New York and the remainder of the colonies.
They offered freedom to slaves if they fought for them.
Who was the primary writer of the Declaration of Independence? On what date was it finally approved?
Thomas Jefferson. July 4, 1776
What did Thomas Paine build a case for in Common Sense?
For America separating from Britain.
Who won America's first great victory at sea? What did he supposedly say during the battle?
John Paul Jones. "I have not yet begun to fight!"
What were two hardships Washington's army faced during their winter at Valley Forge?
1. It was cold. Many soldiers died from diseases and horses froze.
2. Many soldiers disserted.