Social Studies 1
Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
What is the significance of the boundary between Mesozoic and Cenozoic eras on the Geologic Time Scale?
It marks the extinction of Dinosaurs and the beginning of the Cenozoic era.
What were the main causes of the American Revolution?
Taxation without representation, restrictions on trade, and lack of political rights
What event is used as the starting point of the Geologic Time Scale?
The formation of Earth, approximately 4.6 b.y.a
In which Epoch do we live?
Holocene
What document officially served the ties between the American colonies and Britain?
The Declaration of Independence
What are the three main Era’s in the Geologic Time Scale?
Paleozoic, Mesozoic, and Cenozoic
Who were the two main sides in the American Revolution?
The British Empire and the American Colonies
How do Scientists determine the age of rocks using the Geologic Time Scale?
By studying the different layers of rocks and fossils found within them.
In which Era do we live in?
Cenozoic Era
Who was the first Commander-in-Chief?
George Washington
What is a scientist who studies fossil remains found on the Earth’s surface in order to study primitive life forms such as plants, animals, fungi, and bacteria?
Paleontologist
Who was the first Commander-in-Chief?
George Washington
What is the definition of the Geologic Time Scale?
A system of chronological dating that relates geological strata to time
Who sent Von Steuben to help train soldiers, and also helped form an alliance with France?
Franklin
Where was Valley Forge located?
Pennsylvania
Paleozoic Era is also known as?
Early life
Who was the French military leader that helped the Continental Army at Valley Forge?
Lafayette
What does M.Y.A stand for?
Million Years Ago
How did the Continental Army mainly feel when they left Valley Forge?
Hopeful
In what town did the British Troops spend the winter of 1777-1778?
Philadelphia
Mesozoic Era is also known as?
Middle life
What is the name of George Washington’s wife?
Martha
Cenozoic Era is also known as?
Late life
What was the main purpose of the Treaty of Paris?
to officially end the American Revolutionary War.