Causes of Revolution
Why did Britain tax the colonies after the French and Indian War?
Britain was deeply in debt.
Which battles began the American Revolution?
Lexington and Concord.
What was the Olive Branch Petition? |
A final attempt at peace with Britain.
Who wrote most of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson.
What are grievances?
Complaints against King George III.
What was Britain's greatest advantage?
The world's strongest navy.
What slogan protested British taxes?
"No taxation without representation."
Where did the Second Continental Congress meet?
Philadelphia
Why was it called the Olive Branch Petition?
The olive branch symbolized peace.
When was the Declaration approved?
July 4, 1776.
Give one grievance listed in the Declaration.
Taxation without representation.
What was a major American advantage?
Fighting on their own land.
What does
"No taxation without representation." mean?
Colonists should not be taxed without a voice in government.
What army did Congress create?
The Continental Army.
How did King George III respond?
He rejected it and declared the colonies in rebellion.
What three natural rights are listed?
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness.
What can people do if government violates their rights?
Change or replace the government.
What was one of Washington's greatest accomplishments?
Keeping the Continental Army together.
What is a boycott?
Refusing to buy certain goods.
Who commanded the Continental Army?
George Washington.
What effect did its failure have on colonists?
More believed peace was no longer possible.
According to the Declaration, what is the purpose of government?
To protect people's rights.
What did the colonies announce at the end of the Declaration?
They were free and independent states.
Why was Saratoga a turning point?
It convinced France to help the Americans.
Which group organized resistance to British policies?
Sons of Liberty.
Name one thing Congress did while acting like a government.
Printed money.
True or False: The Olive Branch Petition declared independence.
False
Where does government get its power?
From the consent of the governed.
What document announced American independence from Britain?
The Declaration of Independence.
What happened at Yorktown?
Cornwallis was trapped and surrendered; French ships blocked British rescue.