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Who were the Sons of Liberty?
Patriots who were against the British government
100
What did the leaders think about Thomas Paine's book Common Sense?
changed the way the colonists viewed the king and made more people turn into Patriots.
100
What did Marquis de Lafayette believe about the well being of America?
The welfare of America is closely tied to the welfare of mankind.
100
What was Francis Marion's nickname? Why?
Swamp Fox / he couldn't be caught and his style of fighting was new.
100
What is a minutemen?
Someone who is ready to fight at a minutes notice.
200
What was Paul Revere famous for?
sounded the alarm that the Bristish were coming, was a Patriot, participated in the 1st Continental Congress
200
What does "no taxation without representation" mean?
colonists did not want to live under a government where they have no say. They did not want to be taxed without their permission.
200
Why did Spain join the war on the side of the Patriots?
The were a bitter enemy of Britain and did not want King George to win.
200
What happened as a result of the Treaty of Paris?
G. Britain recognized the independence of the United States.
200
What was Mary Hays' nickname? Why?
Molly Pitcher / she brought water to the troops on the battlefield.
300
Who was part of the Continental Army?
Massachusetts militia & soldiers from all colonies
300
How were the words in the Declaration of Independence opposite of what it means to have slavery?
It said "all men are created equal" and everyone has the rights to "life, liberty and happiness"
300
What are 3 reasons why the winter at Valley Forge was difficult for the soldiers?
Low on food, clothing and supplies, poorly built shelters, lots of men dying, disease and malnutrition, harsh climate.
300
Where was the fighting the most brutal? Why?
In the South / They practiced total war and it was Americans vs. Americans.
300
Why did the slaves join the British army?
Britain promised them freedom if they fought for them.
400
Why was the 1st Continental Congress formed?
colonists were troubled by the relationship between the colonists and G. Britain
400
What groups were left out of the Declaration of Independence?
Women, Africans, Native Americans
400
How did the Patriot navy compare to the British navy?
British ships were larger and more powerful, American ships were smaller and quicker.
400
What was the last major battle of the war?
Battle of Yorktown.
400
What is a mercenary?
Soldiers that did not have any loyalty and would fight for pay.
500
What was decided during the 2nd Continental Congress?
Tried peace one more time by writing up the Olive Branch petition. When the king refused to read it, they had to go to war.
500
What is a loyalist?
Someone that wanted to remain a part of Great Britain and DID NOT want to break away.
500
When did the King of France agree to help the Patriots?
In 1777 after the Battle of Saratoga when he believed that the Patriots could actually win the war.
500
What was Francis Marion's army called?
Marion's Brigade
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Who did Thomas Paine think should be making the laws for the colonies?
The colonists should have a say and vote NOT the king or queen making all the laws.
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