When was the Declaration of Independence approved and signed? (Month, Day, Year)
What is July 4, 1776?
200
Where did the Continental Congress meet?
What is Philadelphia, PA?
200
These two leading members of the Sons of Liberty warned the American colonists the British were coming
A. John Hancock and Paul Revere
B. John Hancock and William Dawes
C. Paul Revere and William Dawes
D. George Washington and Thomas Jefferson
What is C. Paul Revere and William Dawes?
200
_____________ was the first to sign the Declaration of Independence.
Who is John Hancock
300
He was an American traitor
Who is Benedict Arnold?
300
Who won the Battle of Bunker Hill?
Who are the British?
300
Name two things the Continental Army had that the militia didn't have?
What is discipline, organization, and leadership?
400
This assured the king of the colonists' desire for peace
What is Olive Branch Petition?
400
Who was the author of the pamphlet Common Sense?
Who is Thomas Paine?
500
Who drafted the Declaration of Independence?
Who is Thomas Jefferson?
500
This captured the attention of the American colonists. It called for complete independence from Britain and inspired thousands of Americans (pamphlet)
What is Common Sense?
500
Name the 4 parts of the Declaration of Independence?
What is
Preamble
Colonists' Rights
Grievances (complaints) against Britain
Existence of new nation