Midnight Ride of Paul Revere
Who was Paul Revere?
A silversmith and patriot
Who won the Battle of Lexington and Concord?
American Colonists
Who won the Battle of Chelsea Creek?
Who won the Battle of Bunker Hill?
British
What were the Patriots fighting for?
Freedom and Independence
What did the British take from Revere on his way to Concord?
His horse
What did the British want in the battles at Lexington and Concord?
take weapons and ammunition
What did the colonists take from the British naval ship?
ammunition and supplies
Why was the Battle of Bunker Hill fought on Breed's Hill?
It was closer to Boston
Who was head of the Continental Army?
George Washington
What was the silent signal Revere gave to the colonists?
Two lanterns in the Old North Church
How many Minutemen were waiting for the British in Lexington?
80
Where was the Battle of Chelsea Creek?
Revere!!!
Who declared all 13 colonies in a state of rebellion?
King George III
Who was named Postmaster General?
Benjamin Franklin
Which two towns was Paul Revere headed to?
Lexington and Concord
Name one key leader present at Lexington and Concord.
John Hancock
What was the name of the British naval ship that got stuck in the marsh?
HMS Diana
Complete the phrase.
" Don't fire until you see ______________"
the whites of their eyes
Who were the Minutemen?
colonial militia ready at a minute's notice
What was the main message of Paul Revere's ride?
To warn the Patriots that the British were coming
Explain the "shot heard round the world."
This was the unkown gunshot that began the Revolutionary War
What was a significant outcome of the Battle of Chelsea Creek?
A win for the colonists! (increased morale)
Why was the Battle of Bunker Hill considered a victory for the Patriots?
British casualties, confidence boost
Who were 2 famous Patriots at this time?
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