Key Terms
A sudden change in the government or way of thinking.
Revolution
Who was the leader of the Continental Army?
George Washington
What 3 military advantages did the British have?
With the help of loyalists, a larger well trained army (mercenaries included), a wealthy and populous nation (supply the army).
Why were the victories at Trenton and Princeton important?
Helped raise American spirits.
What tactic did the American soldiers used to fight the British in the South?
Hit-and-run tactics of guerrilla warfare to avoid defeat.
The battle that ended the Revolutionary War.
Yorktown
What was the battle of Bunker Hill important for the colonists?
Built their confidence to fight the British.
Name 3 advantages the Americans have in the Revolutionary War?
Near supplies and fresh troops, knew the land, fought harder to defend homes and freedom, and George Washington’s leaders, and contributions of women and African Americans.
What did Washington’s plan include?
To keep the Continental army on the move, not fighting a major battle but now and then.
What was the significance of the battle of Yorktown?
The last great battle of the war. Fighting ended and peace talks began.
People that were loyal to the king.
Tory
What were the main ideas of the Declaration of Independence and who was it created for.
The government wailed to protect people's rights so they declared independence from Great Britain to protect the rights of all people.
What were the roles of African Americans during the War?
5,000 fought on the Patriot side. Some fought along the British because they were offered freedom.
What were the conditions for American soldiers at Valley Forge?
Cold winter: didn’t have the correct shelter, supplies, boots, blankets, or food. Many became ill and left.
Why is John Paul Jones one of the heroes of the Revolutionary War?
Because of his bravery and naval victory.
What was the turning point of the war and convinced France to join the war?
Saratoga
What were the events of Bunker Hill?
The British were unsuccessful in taking the hill from the defenders but were finally successful the third time but 1,000 British were wounded.
What three things did women do during the war?
1. Dress as men and fought in the war. 2. Messengers and spies. 3. Kept the businesses and farms running
Why was the battle of Saratoga the turning point in the war?
Americans showed they could win so European countries (France) joined them.
How did winning the Revolutionary War lead to changes in America?
Colonists had to change their way of thinking about their government. From being controlled by a king to establishing their own government, leading themselves.
Who convinced colonists to join the fight against England?
Patrick Henry
What were the three main arguments Thomas Paine wrote in Common Sense?
Size and location dictated separation, good rulers were not born to rule, self-government.
Name 3 consequences colonists faced by going to war with England?
Being named a traitor, dying in battle, losing their home and land.
France became an ally to the colonies (America) during the war because…
They wanted to get back at Great Britain for winning the French and Indian War.
Was the Revolutionary War avoidable? Yes or No and explain
Can be yes or no.
Yes, because they could have just done what they were told. War would have eventually happened.
No, because all options were exhausted.