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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
What was the first land battle in Virginia?
The Battle of Great Bridge
The Declaration of Independence stated that all people are created ______
equal
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.
Thomas Jefferson
What was the result of the Battle of Great Bridge?
British authority of Virginia ended
What was Patrick Henry's famous line that inspired many patriots to fight for their independence?
"Give me liberty, or give me death!"
Why did the colonists disagree with Parliament?
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
I rode my horse 40 miles through the backwoods of Louisa County to warn Thomas Jefferson and others that the British were on their way to capture them. Who am I?
Jack Jouett
Who was an advisor to George Washington who volunteered his services and brought French reinforcements who helped contribute to the victory at Yorktown?
Marquis de Lafayette
Where was the Declaration of Independence signed? (hint: not in Virginia)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
What did the colonists do in response to the many taxes and acts?
They protested by boycotting the items.
Enslaved African Americans
A patriot who spoke out against taxation without representation. His famous speech inspired many!
Patrick Henry
What was the result of the Battle of Yorktown?
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 as a result of taxation of representation?
The Declaration of Independence
1. They nursed injured soldiers.
2. They made clothes for the soldiers.
3. They took on more responsibilities on the family farms.
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 officially ended the Revolutionary War in 1783?
The Treaty of Paris
When was the Declaration of Independence signed?
July 4, 1776