Revolutionary War
Leaders and Politicians
Laws and Taxes
Forming a Government
Legal Documents
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100
The name of the battle tactic used by American patriots that involved ducking behind cover, setting up ambushes, and retreating to attack again.
Guerilla tactics
100
Believe it or not, this founding father had a reputation for being very popular with the ladies. He also partied with state officials in France, helping convince them to join the war.
Benjamin Franklin
100
This tax on sugar made American colonists grumpy.
The Sugar Act
100
This branch of government is headed by the President.
Executive Branch
100
The United States said "The king is a jerk and we're starting our own country" with the issuance of this document in 1776.
Declaration of Independence
300 BONUS: On which month/day was the Declaration of Independence signed?
100
Name two foods that Calvin (Mr. Stolz's 6-year-old son) will eat. Drinks do not count.
Chicken nuggets, Mac and Cheese, Goldfish crackers, peanut butter crackers, cheerios, blueberries/raspberries
200
This tall drink of water was named commanded of the continental army.
George Washington
200
DAILY DOUBLE: This founding father and future president served as the lawyer for the British soldiers on trial for the Boston Massacre
John Adams
200
The king of England imposed taxes on the colonies to help pay for the debt after this expensive war.
The French and Indian War
200
This branch of government includes the highest court of the land, the Supreme Court
Judicial Branch
BONUS for 300: Name a Supreme Court Justice, living or dead.
200
This document outlines the basic structures of the US government.
The Constitution (of the United States of America)
200
Is pineapple good on pizza?
Yes.
Triple point bonus.
300
This American general got petty when he wasn't getting enough credit for his victories and switched sides to join the British. His name is associated with traitors to this day.
Benedict Arnold
300
The name of the English king that the colonists ended up rebelling against
inst.
King George III
300
This act said that colonists had to house and provide for British soldiers living in the colonies.
The Quartering Act
300
The Senate and the House of Representatives make up this branch of the government
Legislative (I will also accept Congress)
300
This is the list of the first 10 amendments added to the constitution--including big hits like "Freedom of Speech" and "Freedom of the Press"
Bill of Rights
300
What is pi to the 5th decimal place?
3.14159
400
DAILY DOUBLE: The first battle of the Revolutionary War--the patriots defeated the British, surprising just about everyone.
The Battle of Lexington and Concord
400
This accomplished military leader was one of the biggest authors and advocates of the constitution. He is now the title character of a popular Broadway musical.
(Alexander) Hamilton
400
This act placed a tax on all printed materials--newspapers, magazines, legal documents, and even playing cards.
The Stamp Act
400
In theory, no one branch of government should ever become to powerful because of the system of ________ and ________.
Checks and balances
400
"We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all mean are created _________"
Equal
400
Who is the best ninja turtle?
Donatello--will also accept Raphael
500
This close American ally helped the colonies win their independence from Britain. Their navy helped surround the last of the British army in the Siege of Yorktown, the final battle of the Revolutionary War.
France
500
The principal author of the declaration of independence, and the 3rd president of the United States.
Thomas Jefferson
500
After the Boston Tea Party, the British Parliament passed 5 acts in 1774 to punish the colonies (especially Massachusetts). These 5 acts helped start the Revolutionary War, and became known together as:
The Intolerable Acts
500
One of the president's greatest powers is the ability to reject a law that has been passed by congress. This power is called _____ power.
Veto
500
This 13th century charter was one of the first times that a king gave up power to the people--King John was forced to sign an agreement giving rights to his subjects
Magna Carta
500
Lose 500 points.
I told you it was random.