Leading up to a Revolution
What war were the British trying to pay off their debts from?
French and Indian War
This was the place where General Washington spent a long, cold winter. Thousands of his troops died here.
Valley Forge
What "party" was known for the famous quote - "No taxation without representation!"
Boston Tea Party
In what city were the First and Second Continental Congresses help?
Philadelphia
How many colonies did the British establish?
13
Who was originally a member of the British army, but later played a crucial role in the American Revolution for the colonists?
George Washington
What river did George Washington cross at the Battle of Trenton?
Delaware River
He was the main author of the Declaration of Independence.
Thomas Jefferson
What is the term for "betraying one's country?"
treason
Who was the French and Indian war between?
French and the British
Even though the colonists didn't like being taxed, they mores didn't like...?
Having representation in Parliament, having any say on what would be taxed, etc.
In what TWO battles did the British seize weapons and gunpowder from the minutemen?
Battles of Lexington and Concord
"The British are coming!"
Paul Revere
When was George Washington voted as the Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army?
Second Continental Congress
Who did the Native Americans fight for in the French and Indian War?
Both sides.
Name two items the British put taxes on.
Tea, sugar, paper.
What battle was the final fight of the war?
Battle of Yorktown
He wrote the pamphlet, "Common Sense."
Thomas Paine
What is another name for Britain's government?
Parliament
Make friendships, get loans, find allies
Cause - early explorers claimed some of the same land for their kings and queens. What is the effect?
Conflict, clashes, and wars occurred.
Why were the colonies' militia known as "minutemen?"
They were ready to fight in a minute.
"Give me liberty or give me death!"
Patrick Henry
What were the dates of the First and Second Continental Congresses? (Month and year!)
First - September, 1774
Second - May, 1775
How long did the French and Indian war last?
7 years