Causes of the Revolution
The colonies run themselves....British take this idea away!
What is Salutary Neglect?
Thomas Paine wrote this important pamphlet.
What was "Common Sense?"
This wise old man from Philly established the Pony Express and was an important diplomat.
Who was Benjamin Franklin?
First major battle- British suffer high casualties, but take the field.
What was the Battle of Bunker Hill?
This team is named after a "Gold Rush"
Who are the San Francisco 49ers?
"None shall pass the Appalachian Mountains!"
What was the Proclamation Line of 1763?
"Shot Heard Round the World"
What was Lexington and Concord?
He was a wealthy Boston businessman, friend of the Sons of Liberty, and his signature is the largest on the Declaration of Independence.
Who was John Hancock?
American victory here convinces France to enter the war on the side of the Americans.
What was the Battle of Saratoga?
This team's city was built where a French fort once stood during the French and Indian War....also known for automobiles
Who are the Detroit Lions?
Tax on Luxury goods AND commonly used products such as paint, lead, paper, and glass.
What was the Townshend Act?
British make Tea Cheaper...but gives the British East India Company this in the tea market....
What is a Monopoly?
The Superbowl Trophy is named after this team's legendary coach. If you support them, you may wear a "Cheese Head" (hint- northernmost team left)
Who are the Green Bay Packers?
Follow up- Who is this man?
French Navy blockades the coast so the British cannot resupply their Fort here.
What was the Battle of Yorktown?
This team's city was named after a French term meaning "Beautiful Waters"... 5th time a charm?
(hint- the Erie Canal ends here)
(hint #2- their QB jumps over and runs over human beings for fun)
Who are the Buffalo Bills?
Said that all British subjects were represented in Parliament...even those in the colonies. Colonists disagree!
"No taxation without Representation" will become the colonial reply!
What was the Virtual Representation?
First time American colonies try to unite. This takes place during the French and Indian war and is led by Ben Franklin.
What was the Albany Plan?
A Prussian officer who was very important at Valley Forge- rearranged the camp, trained the troops, and built up morale.
Who was Baron Von Steuben?
The Americans surround these troops at Trenton. (Hint- German mercenaries)
Who were the Hessian Troops?
This southernmost city (of teams left), has a pirate style stadium with Cannons firing away.
Who are the Tampa Bay Buccaneers?
The British want to subdue the people of Boston after their little Tea Party.
What were the Intolerable Acts?
Thomas Jefferson- a Break up letter to Britain in 1776.
What was the Declaration of Independence?
This British officer surrenders at Yorktown.
Who was Lord Cornwallis?
Down the road in this class, we will discuss the Mexican-American War. This Football team resides in the 'Lone Star State'....this state was their own Republic after breaking away from Mexico, prior to joining the USA
Who are the Houston Texans?
This team resides in a state that was originally founded as a refuge for Catholics (look at their end zone)...it has a name associated with Edgar Allan Poe.
Who are the Baltimore Ravens?