War times
Name two people who attended the continental congress?
John Adams, Samuel Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, John Hancock, Patrick Henry, George Washington, and John Jay
What was common sense? How did it affect the revolution?
Convinced many american colonists to support independence from Great Britain.
What is the name of the surprise attack Washington launched on Christmas?
The Battle of Trenton
Define Patriot
Colonists who vigorously support their country
"Devaluation of Currency" Destruction, Inflation or profiteering?
Inflation
What was the biggest impact of the war?
The United states getting Independence from Great Britain.
What was an occurrence during the Battle of Bunker Hill Why was it important in winning?
Repelling two British assaults Before running out of ammo. It showed them that they could handle themselves.
What pamphlet was published by Thomas Paine?
Common Sense
Define Continental Army
Formed by the second continental congress after the outbreak of the american revolutionary war
"Property Damage" Destruction, Inflation or Profiteering?
Destruction
What was a woman's role during the revolutionary war? (name two)
Boycotting British goods, managing farms at home, nurse, spies, messengers and pretended to be men to fight.
What was the winter at valley forge?
A brutal test of endurance for the continental army.
Who lead the continental army?
George Washington
Define Inflation
A general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money
"Economic Instability" Destruction, Inflation or Profiteering?
Inflation
How long did the declaration of independence take to write?
17 days.
What was some important facts about the Declaration of Independence?
1.) It was not signed on the 4th of July.
2.) Thomas Jefferson was the primary Author.
3.) It was hidden during WWll.
What war convinced the French that the Americans would win the war?
The Battle of Saratoga
Define Profiteering
The practice of making extra profits from goods in a short supply or demand
"Prioritizing Personal Gain" Destruction, Inflation or Profiteering?
Profiteering
Who was Deborah Sampson?
She was a woman who disguised herself as a man so she could fight in the war.
What was congress trying to accomplish with the olive branch petition?
A final peaceful resolution with Britain.
What's the document that ended the war?
Treaty of Paris
Define Knapsack
A bag with shoulder straps, carried on the back.
"Hoarding Goods" Destruction, Inflation or Profiteering?
Profiteering