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100

This man went on a famous ride to warn citizens before the British marched through Lexington on their way to Concord. "The British are coming!"

Paul Revere

100

Where was the Revolutionary War fought?

North America

100

The Sons of Liberty protested the tea act in Boston during this event.

Boston Tea Party

100

As a result of the various acts created by the British government, Samuel Adams and this group that he created protested by tarring and feathering individuals and had the Boston Tea Party.

Sons of Liberty

100

What were the Americans and the Continental Army fighting for?

Freedom, Independence from Great Britain

200

This person was killed in the Boston Massacre, making him the first casualty of the American Revolution.

Crispus Attucks

200

This fort was quickly created by Washington and his Virginia militia in 1754, but they were quickly defeated by the French.

Fort Necessity

200

This battle is seen as the start of the Revolutionary War after the "shot heard 'round the world." It took place in April of 1775. Many were surprised that the Massachusetts militias and minutement were able to fight against the experienced British troops and turn the British troops back.

Lexington and Concord

200

A group of women created this organization that signed pledges against drinking tea and published notices in the local newspaper promising they would not buy British-made cloth.

Daughters of Liberty

200

John Locke stated that the purpose of government is to give people natural rights. He inspired Thomas Jefferson. What were the three natural rights that he mentioned?

Life, liberty, ownership of property

300

One of the Firebrands and writer of Common Sense

Thomas Paine

300

The Continental Army used surprise attacks and used their resources (land) in this warfare tactic.

Guerrilla warfare

300

In the summer of 1776, the British fought the Americans in this battle, resulting in the Americans losing control over New York City until the war was over.

Battle of Long Island

300

Samuel Adams created an organization in 1772 that worked as a network for communication between the different colonies. What was the name of this organization?

Committees of Correspondence

300

Thomas Jefferson was inspired by John Locke's work and thoughts on government, resulting in the drafting and signing of this document.

Declaration of Independence

400

Famous inventor who helped negotiate with Britain & France on America's behalf, creator of "Join, or Die" advertisement.

Benjamin Franklin

400

What is the name of someone who supports the Continental army and separation from Great Britain?

Patriot

400

Daniel Morgan defeated the British in South Carolina

Battle of Cowpen

400

After the Battle of Saratoga in October of 1777, the French and the Americans signed this document stating that the French will give the colonists weapons, gunpowder, and soldiers.

Treaty of Alliance

400

Which army had more money and resources, was better trained and experienced, and had a strong navy?

Great Britain

500

Who was the British King during the American Revolution?

King George III

500

What is the name of someone who supports the British army and cause?

Loyalist

500

In October of 1781, the Americans defeated the British at this location, which essentially brought the war to its end.

Battle of Yorktown

500

This treaty ended the Revolutionary War.

Treaty of Paris

500

Professional German soldiers that fought with the British were known as

Hessians