Created the (failed) Albany Plan of Union and also helped author the Declaration of Independence
Who is Benjamin Franklin
100
Dec. 26, 1776 - This battle was a surprise attack on Hessian soldiers that significantly boosted the patriot morale (attitude)
What is the Battle of Trenton
100
This document marked the official end to the American Revolution, but wasn't created until two years after the Siege at Yorktown
What is the Treat of Paris (II)
100
To formally approve a document
What is ratify
100
These laws were passed after the colonists dumped over 342 crates of tea into Boston Harbor.
What are the Intolerable Acts
200
Defended the British troops after the Boston Massacre. Considered to be one of the great patriots of Boston.
Who is John Adams
200
Over 700 British were killed in a series of three attacks. The colonists wound up retreating but showed they could put up a fight.
What is the Battle of Bunker Hill
200
This event marked the colonists last attempt to remain peaceful with the British.
What is the Olive Branch Petition
200
This was a new style of fighting brought on by the Continentals and militia.
What is guerrilla warfare
200
These laws stated you could only trade with England, and only trade using British ships.
What are the Navigation Acts
300
Commanded the Continental Army. Known for strong leadership skills as a General.
Who is George Washington
300
After defeat at this battle, George Washington retreated to Manhattan then across New Jersey into Pennsylvania
What is the Battle of Long Island
300
This person, along with several others, let everyone know that the British were on their way.
What is the Midnight Ride of Paul Revere
300
Soldiers that were hired to fight on behalf of the British
What is mercenaries (Hessians)
300
Taxes were levied (raised) on household goods. Colonists had no say on this in British Parliament.
What is "NO TAXATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION!" >:-O
400
Considered to be one of the greatest traitors in American history.
Who is Benedict Arnold
400
This Battle is seen as a turning point in the war. The Continentals stopped General Burgoyne from splitting the colonies in two.
What is the Battle of Saratoga
400
Money became increasingly less valuable during the war. This economic event is known as...
What is inflation
400
A major change in events
What is a turning point
400
What became known as the shot heard round the world took place here.
What is Lexington and Concord
500
Dressed as a man and changed her name to fight in the American Revolution.
Who is Deborah Sampson
500
This battle ended the war. George Washington led a sneak attack coming down from NY and surrounding General Cornwallis.
What is the Battle of Yorktown
500
Soldiers suffered from a lack of food and clothing and shoes, many became ill and died during winter. By April, Baron von Steuben was turning the troops into a fighting force.
What is the Winter at Valley Forge
500
The "beginning" of a formal document such as the Declaration of Independence or Constitution
What is a preamble
500
Colonists were shot dead in the street and propaganda was created by Paul Revere after this event.