Something is starting to brew
What was the government body of Great Britain?
British Parliament
Some Virginians chose not to choose sides. They were called _______.
Neutralists
He was the Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army, providing military leadership.
George Washington
Who said, "We should have LEGAL AUTHORITY over the colonies?"
Parliament
The colonists moved the capital from Williamsburg to this city, which is further inland, protecting it from British attacks.
Richmond
What were some of the items that were being taxed?
Tea, paper, glass, stamp, sugar, etc.
I live in Virginia, but I still feel that I belong to Great Britain and want to follow the king. I would be a _______.
Loyalist
He provided political leadership and drafted the Declaration of Independence. He later became the 3rd President.
Thomas Jefferson
Who said, "We hold these truths to be self evident..."
Thomas Jefferson
Where is the 3rd capital located?
Richmond... Bonus points if you can point to it on the map.
Why did the colonists disagree with Parliament? Why were they so upset?
They were being taxed without having representation in Parliament.
Virginia is my home and I do not feel like a British citizen. I want to fight for our independence. I am a __________.
Patriot
Who was America's ally that helped bring supplies, troops, and ships for the war effort? Their help, along with the Marquis de Lafayette, allowed the colonists to defeat the British at Yorktown.
French (France)
Which side said. "We surrender".
The British
The patriots had many grievances or complaints about the King and Parliament. Why were they upset about the British quartering large bodies of armed forces among them?
British soldiers were able to live in any colonist's home and the colonists HAD to provide for them. It was not fair.
What did the colonists do in response to the Tea Tax in 1773?
The Boston Tea Party (threw barrels of English tea into the Boston Harbor)
The British Army and the Continental Army both told me I would be given my freedom if I fought for them. What group am I?
Enslaved African Americans
A patriot who spoke out against taxation without representation. His famous speech inspired many!
Patrick Henry
Who said, "We want to self-govern and have a say in Parliament".
Colonists/Patriots
The Declaration of Independence stated that all people had the right to what three things?
life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
What was drafted in 1776 that stated the colonies were free and could rule themselves?
The Declaration of Independence
We are concerned about losing our land during this war, no matter who wins. We want to support the side that will keep us protected. Who are we?
Indigenous Tribes
He was an enslaved African American who was a spy for the Continental Army. He requested and was given his freedom after the war.
James Lafayette
What signing officially ended the Revolutionary War in 1783? (sorry this is not about ladies)
The Treaty of Paris
True or False: The Battle of Yorktown signified the immediate end of the Revolutionary War.
False. It was not until the signing of the Treaty of Paris in 1783 when the war officially ended.