Lesson 11
Colonists that were loyal to Britain, and didn't want independence
What was the main purpose of the Declaration of Independence?
To explain why the colonies wanted to separate from Britain
Vocab word for "to agree to serve in an army or a navy"
Enlist
Who were the Patriots?
Colonists that wanted independence from Britain.
Vocab word for "A document adopted on July 4, 1776, in which the American colonies officially declared their independence from Great Britain and explained their reasons for separating."
Declaration of Independence
What ended the American Revolution?
The Treaty of Paris
Vocab word for "Not taking sides"
Neutral
According to the Declaration of Independence, what are natural rights?
Rights that cannot be taken away
What role did the home front play during the war?
They provided supplies, food, and support to soldiers.
Vocab word for "A person guilty of betraying or acting against his or her own country"
Traitor
Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
What was a major turning point in the American Revolution?
The Battle of Saratoga
What was the main purpose of the Second Continental Congress?
To decide how the colonies should respond to Britain
Vocab word for "A group of ordinary citizens who are trained to fight and can be called upon to defend their community, especially in times of war."
Militia
Vocab word for "a planned action, such as a way of moving or using troops, aimed at reaching a certain goal"
Tactics