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What was the first battle of the American Revolution?
The battle at Lexington
100
Who was the author of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
100
What was the reason for the Boston Tea Party?
The colonists were upset about the Tea Act (extra taxes on their favorite drink).
100
What was the name of the American Army lead by George Washington?
The Continental Army
100
What event is called "the shot heard 'round the world?"
The fighting that took place at Lexington and Concord.
200
What is the name of the battle that marked the end of the Revolutionary War?
The Battle of Yorktown
200
What was the importance of the Declaration of Independence?
To show Parliament and King George III that their actions were not okay and that we wanted freedom from Great Britain.
200
What was the Stamp Act?
A tax put on paper documents (newspapers, pamphlets, etc.).
200
What was the name of the group colonists formed that acted out for independence?
The Sons of Liberty
200
What was the reason colonists said "No Taxation Without Representation?"
They were angry that they had no representation in Parliament.
300
What battle took place in Georgia?
The Battle of Kettle Creek
300
Who was the Declaration of Independence written to?
King George III
300
What was the reason the Parliament of Great Britain passed new laws (such as taxes) for the colonies?
They needed the colonists to help pay for the war.
300
Why do we celebrate July 4th every year?
To honor the birth of our country.
300
What did the Declaration of Independence mean by "all men are created equal?"
It meant that all people are important… not just the king.
400
At what battle did General Cornwallis have to surrender?
The Battle of Yorktown
400
Who was the first man to sign the Declaration of Independence?
John Hancock
400
What was the name of the law that forced British soldiers into American homes?
The Quartering Act
400
How did Benedict Arnold betray America?
He was originally a member of the American Army and then became a spy for the British.
400
What does the phrase "the shot heard 'round the world" actually mean?
The news traveled across the colonies, Europe, and other parts of the world.
500
What is another name for the Seven Years War? Hint: It took place between Great Britain and France in 1754.
The French and Indian War
500
What was signed to officially end the Revolutionary War?
The Treaty of Paris
500
What did the colonists want to do because of things like the sugar tax, stamp tax, and tea tax? Hint: What was the reason for the American Revolution?
The colonists wanted to declare independence from Great Britain.
500
What does it mean to call someone a "Benedict Arnold?"
It means to call them a traitor (a person who betrays a friend, country, principle, etc.).
500
What document states that a government does not have the right to take away a citizen's "Life, Liberty, and Pursuit of Happiness?"
The Declaration of Independence
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