Vocabulary
What word means to refuse to buy something or shop at a certain store
boycott
Why did Great Britain decide to tax American colonists?
Great Britain was in debt from the French and Indian War
What event was caused by a combination of soldiers being taunted, colonists yelling insults and throwing snowballs, and a British soldier firing into a crowd?
The Boston Massacre
What is a document that is used to gather signatures in order to request a change?
petition
What advantage did colonists have over the British during the war?
They knew the geography
what word means money you owe
debt
What word means a formal agreement between two countries?
What word means to house and feed soldiers?
Quarter
Who was chosen to write the Declaration of Independence because they were well educated?
Thomas Jefferson
What was one disadvantage the colonists had against the British during the war that caused many people to doubt they could win?
They weren't as well-trained, they were out-numbered
What act placed a tax on paper products?
The Stamp Act
Who gave a speech that inspired protests against the Stamp Act?
Patrick Henry
What did it mean to be a patriot?
To support colonists and their independence from Great Britain
What is a right?
Something you are allowed to do that cannot be taken away from you
How did George Washington improve the morale of his troops?
Sneak attack in the middle of the night that led to victory
What is the word used for Great Britain's government?
parliament
What group of women played a significant role in boycotting British goods?
The Daughters of Liberty
Which group was a militia?
The Minutemen
What rights did Congress believe were worth fighting for?
life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
What group were colonists first allowed to enlist?
The Continental Army
What is a word for a tax placed on imported goods
tariff
Who defended British soldiers in court stating that they deserved a fair trial?
John Adams
This group was the first official military group for the continental U.S.
The Continental Army
What is the name of the document that congress voted to approve on July 4th, 1776?
The Declaration of Independence
What harbor was completely blocked off by the British in order to control trade and stop the colonists from shipping out exports?
Boston Harbor