Thomas Paine
This pamphlet by Thomas Paine argued that the colonies should break away from Britain.
Common Sense
True or False?
A few women took part in the battle
True! When Mary Hays' husband was wounded, she took his place, loading and firing the cannon
This document announced that the colonies were free from Britain.
the Declaration of Independence
Define cease
to stop or end
This 1781 battle was the last major battle of the American Revolution.
Battle of Yorktown
Paine argued that the colonies had the right to form their own country instead of being ruled by this distant nation.
Great Britain
Women supported the war by making goods at home instead of buying British products. What is this called?
Boycotting
This man was the main writer of the Declaration of Independence.
Thomas Jefferson
Define ratify
to approve
The American forces were led by this general at Yorktown.
George Washington
Paine believed this type of government—rule by a king—was a bad idea.
Monarchy
What are a couple examples of women supporting the army?
They joined their husbands at the front. Caring for the wounded, washing clothes and cooking.
The Declaration was approved on this date.
July 4, 1776
Define sustain
to undergo
This British general surrendered at Yorktown.
Charles Cornwallis
This year, Paine published Common Sense, helping convince colonists to support independence.
1776
Name of the woman who made the first American flag of stars and stripes
Betsy Ross
This country was the main one the colonies were declaring independence from.
Great Britain
Define calvary
troops on horseback
This country helped the Americans win at Yorktown by sending troops and ships.
France
How many people showed up to Thomas Paine's funeral?
6
After participating in the war, women began to think differently. What would they later campaign for after the Revolution?
Equal treatment
The Declaration says all men are created equal and have these basic rights.
Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
Define guerrilla
hit and run tactics
Yorktown is located in this colony/state.
Virginia