Revolution
Which battle became known as "The Turning Point" of the American Revolution?
The Battle of Saratoga.
What did Thomas Jefferson mean when he wrote this into the Declaration of Independence?
"Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed"
The government's power comes from the people.
What was the major result of Shay's Rebellion?
The meeting of the Constitutional Convention which created a stronger central government.
Who were Patriots
People who wanted freedom from England because they thought the King violated their natural rights.
Considering the expression "No Taxation Without Representation". What was the colonists major complaint against British taxes and acts?
They had to representatives in Parliament to speak on their behalf.
What event occurred when the Sons of Liberty dressed like Mohawk Natives and dumped cases of tea into Boston Harbor?
The Boston Tea Party.
What does the excerpt below from the Declaration of Independence mean?
"a decent respect to the opinions of mankind requires that they should declare the causes which impel them to the separation."
They wanted to explain to people from other countries around the world why we were declaring independence.
What is the reason for the Rule of Law?
To make sure that all people/citizens follow the law, including the members of government.
What was the Proclamation of 1763?
This stated that colonists could not move/live west of the Appalachian Mountains so that there would be no more fighting with Native Americans.
What was the purpose of "The Olive Branch Petition"?
To ask the king to restore peace between England and the colonies.
What was the purpose of a Boycott during the Revolutionary era?
By not buying British Goods, they would not make any money from the taxes.
What were some major contributions of John Adams during the Revolutionary Era?
-Lawyer to the British Troops after the Boston Massacre
-Member of the Continental Congress
-Signer of the Declaration of Independence
What were some weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?
Congress could not collect taxes.
There was not Chief Executive or President.
Congress could not pass laws.
What event caused England to tax the American Colonies?
The French and Indian War
What was the primary cause of the French and Indian War?
Fighting over control of the Ohio River Valley
What was the major part of the Treaty of Paris of 1783? What was the purpose of the entire American Revolution
For the American Colonies to be free and independent from England.
What was the cause of the Coercive Acts (Intolerable Acts)?
They were punishment for the Boston Tea Party
What is the importance of the Rule of Law?
The Rule of Law calls for everyone to follow the laws. This keeps everyone accountable for their actions even government officials.
What was Thomas Paine's greatest contribution to the American Revolution?
His writings encouraged colonists to push for Independence and encouraged soldiers to keep fighting the war.
Why did the American Colonists first organize the Continental Congress
As a result of the repeated laws and acts that they felt violated their rights as Englishmen.
Which event finally convinced France and Spain to help the American Colonists fight against the British?
The Battle of Saratoga
What are the 5 sections of the Declaration of Independence?
Preamble
Rights of the People
Grievances
Colonists Attempts at Peace
The Declaration
What rights are protected in the First Amendment of the Bill of Rights?
Freedoms of: Speech, Religion, Press, Assembly, Petition.
Why did so many African American's / enslaved people fight for the British during the American Revolution?
The British promised them freedom if they fought for them.
What is the intended message of the excerpt below from Thomas Paine's "The Crisis"
"THESE are the times that try men's souls. The summer soldier and the sunshine patriot will, in this crisis, shrink from the service of their country; but he that stands by it now, deserves the love and thanks of man and woman."
To encourage soldiers to continue to fight and not give up.