Founding Fathers
Who was the first President of the United States?
George Washington
What event is known as the start of the American Revolution?
The Battles of Lexington and Concord
What does "Give me liberty, or give me death" mean?
It represented the desire for freedom and independence from British rule.
Name one contribution of African Americans during the Revolution.
Many fought for the Continental Army or supported the cause in various ways.
Where did the American Revolution take place?
The Thirteen Colonies
What document did Thomas Jefferson write?
: Declaration of Independence
What was the Boston Tea Party?
A protest against British taxation where colonists dumped tea into Boston Harbor.
What are the main ideas of the Bill of Rights?
To declare independence from Britain and outline the reasons for doing so.
What role did women play in the American Revolution?
Women managed farms and businesses, and some fought in battles.
What river was significant during the Revolutionary War?
The Mississippi River
Name one member of the Sons of Liberty.
Samuel Adams (or any other member such as John Hancock)
What was the purpose of the Continental Congress?
To organize colonial resistance against British rule.
What are the main ideas of the Bill of Rights?
Protect individual rights and limit government power.
How did Native Americans respond to the Revolution?
Some sided with the British for protection, while others supported the Patriots.
Name a major battle location in the American Revolution.
Yorktown, Saratoga, or Bunker Hill
Who was known as the "Father of the Constitution"?
James Madison
Name one effect of the Treaty of Paris
Britain recognized the United States as a free and independent nation.
Why was the U.S. Constitution created?
To create a framework for the government of the United States
Name a famous artist from the revolutionary period.
John Trumbull (or Charles Willson Peale)
How did geography influence the Revolutionary War?
Geography influenced troop movements and battle strategies
What was Benjamin Franklin's role in the American Revolution?
He was a diplomat and helped secure French support for the Revolution.
Describe the significance of Paul Revere's ride.
It warned the colonists that the British were coming to seize their weapons
What role did the Enlightenment play in American independence?
It inspired the ideas of liberty and democracy among the colonists.
What impact did the Revolution have on religious freedom?
It promoted the idea of freedom of religion and separation of church and state.
What was the role of the Appalachian Mountains in the conflict?
It served as a natural barrier and was a contested area during the war.