Declaration of Independence
When was the Declaration of Independence written?
During the Second Continental Congress
What was significant about the Battle of Saratoga?
It was a turning point as France and Spain became allies of the colonists
What was the final battle?
Battle of Yorktown
What could the federal government do?
they could sign treaties, declare war, etc
What were the 3 colonial regions?
Southern, Middle, New England
Who was the main author?
Thomas Jefferson
What was significant about the Battles at Lexington and Concord?
They were the first battles of the revolution.
Who was the first President of the US?
George Washington
What was a weakness of the Articles?
could not enforce laws, collect taxes
What were the 3 European powers who colonized in the Americas?
France, Spain, England
What was one of the grievances of the Declaration of Independence?
unfair taxes
quartering of soldiers
trials of soldiers
What was significant about the Battle of Yorktown?
It was the final battle in which Britain surrendered and the colonists won.
Name something from the Treaty of Paris.
British troops had to leave and America was independent, got land
Who was involved in Shay's Rebellion?
Farmers
What reason was Massachusetts founded for?
It was founded for religious freedom by Pilgrims and Puritans
What natural rights are endowed upon all men according to the Declaration of Independence?
The right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness
Which Battle was considered a turning point?
Battle of Saratoga
What was the first document that served as a plan of government for the US?
Articles of Confederation
What exposed the weakness of the Articles?
Shay's Rebellion
What reason was Virginia founded for?
It was founded for economic reasons (grow tobacco as a cash crop)
What are the three parts of the Declaration of Independence?
preamble
grievance
declaration
What happened at Valley Forge?
George trained the troops
The troops suffered from lack of shelter and clothing, it was cold and many died
Marquis de Laffayette gave them supplies and helped trained them
Who signed the treaty of Paris?
King George III
How many votes did states need to change and create a new law?
all 13 states, 9/13 states
Who founded Maryland and Pennsylvania?
Lord Baltimore (Catholic), William Penn (Quaker)