American Revolution #1
What is the group of people that make Great Britain's laws?
Parliament
Document written by Thomas Jefferson in which the American colonists explain their reasons for separating from Britain
What is the DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE
What did Great Britain do to make money after they defeated France in 1763?
Great Britain passed multiple taxes on the colonis.
When New Jersey declared its independence, who became its first governor?
William Livingston
The first commander-in-chief
George Washington
To formally approve something such as the amendements to the constitution.
Ratify
How was New Jersey important in the American Revolution? Name 4 important battles.
Many key battles were fought in NJ. They included Battles at Trenton, Princeton, Springfield and Monmouth.
Who were Patriots? What did they believe and Why?
Patriots wanted independence from Great Britain as they were being unfairly taxed and taken advantage of. Patriots wisked their lives, homes, families as they were committing treason.
What were the Articles of Confederation?
They were the US's first form of government. It was replaced by the US Constitution in 1789. The states had less power and a more centralized federal government.
He was the leader of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War.
Who is GEORGE WASHINGTON
This confrontation on March 5, 1770, began as a protest of colonists, but ended with British soldiers shooting and killing five people.
What is the BOSTON MASSACRE
The Patriots were willing to give up this to gain independence
Their lives
The crime of trying to remove one's goverment from power by force.
Treason
Usually written by someone who did NOT experience the event. Examples are textbooks or encyclopedias.
Secondary source
Are the DOI, US Constitution and Bill of Rights still important today?
Yes, because they are governing documents of our country. The Constitution has been amendeed as time has passed to reflect changes in the country.
Who won the revolutionary war?
The Colonists
True or False:
The British needed the money from the colonist's taxes to pay for wars.
true
It was someone in the colonies who supported staying loyal to England.
What is a LOYALIST
Commander of the Continental Army
George Washington
Dressed as Native Americans, the Sons of Liberty boarded ships and threw the tea into the Boston Harbor.
Boston Tea Party
What day was the Declaration of Independence approved?
July 4
A colonist that did not takes sides during the American Revolution.
Neutralist
What is it called when people refuse to buy goods from a particular group or country?
A boycott.
Who were the Sons of Liberty
Patriots
What was Benjami Franklin's role in the American Revolution?
Ben Franklin served as a delegate in the 2nd Continental Congress, helped drafgt the DOI, and obtained support from the French which helped win the war.
To refuse to buy, sell, or use something
Boycott
Gives the writer's personal understanding of events. Examples include letters, diaries, and interviews.
Primary source
The protection of an individual's rights buy fairly carrying out law and court proceedings.
Due process
The idea that Parliament was taxing colonists without their consent or represenation is called:
TAXATION WITH
OUT REPRESENTATION
What is a plan of action?
Strategy
Was the first meeting of the colonists concerning the Intolerable Acts.
1st Continental Congress
What was Thomas Jefferson's role in the American Revolution? Why was he chosen to be on the committee to write the DOI?
Thomas Jefferson was the main author of the Declaration of Independence. He was chosen to be on the commitee as he was a lawyer and an excellent writer despite his age.
What happened at the Battle of Trenton? Why was it important?
The Battle of Trenton was a turning point in the American Revolution. The Patriots won their first battle bringing confidence that they coukld win the war. Soldiers reenlisted after this battle.
Was the second meeting of the colonists that would create the Olive Branch Petition.
2nd Continental Congress
What happened in the Battle of Yorktown? Why was it important?
The Battle of Yorktown was the final major battle of the war. The British were cornered on the Peninsula at Yorktown on land by George Washington and by on sea by the the French Navy. General Cornwalis surrendered to General Washington.
What was George Washinton's role in the Revolutionary War?
George Washington was the commander of the Continental Army. His battle strategies included surprise attacks and deception.