Founding Fathers
Who was the first president of the United States?
George Washington
What was the primary cause of the French and Indian War?
Disputes over land in the Ohio River Valley between Britain and France.
What was a common way to preserve food in the 18th century?
Salting and smoking meat.
Who created the famous “Join, or Die” political cartoon?
Benjamin Franklin.
Who was the British monarch who ruled from 1760 to 1820?
King George III was the monarch of Great Britain and Ireland during the American Revolution.
George III ruled from 1760 to 1820, making him the longest-reigning male monarch in British history.
He became known as the "King who lost America", and many Americans blamed him for the Revolution.
However, some say that no British monarch in over a century had the constitutional power to be truly responsible.
Which Founding Father was known for writing “Common Sense,” a pamphlet encouraging independence?
Thomas Paine
What treaty ended the French and Indian War?
The Treaty of Paris in 1763.
What household item did colonial families make to provide light?
Candles, often made from tallow or beeswax.
What was the main message of the “Join, or Die” political cartoon?
The colonies must unite to survive and resist external threats.
Who said, "Give me liberty or give me death!"?
Patrick Henry
What role did Benjamin Franklin play in securing French support during the American Revolution?
He acted as a diplomat, persuading France to provide military aid and financial support.
Why did Britain begin taxing the colonies after the French and Indian War?
To recover the debt incurred from the war.
What tasks were children commonly responsible for in colonial households?
Collecting firewood, feeding animals, and helping with household chores.
What did the letters represent on the Join or Die political cartoon?
The 13 colonies.
Date Signed: June 1215
Signed by: King John of England
The Magna Carta was a document signed by King John of England in June 1215 at Runnymede, which established the principle that the king was not above the law and limited his power, marking a significant step towards constitutional government by outlining basic rights for citizens and establishing the concept of "rule of law.".
How did Abigail Adams advocate for women during the Revolutionary period?
She urged her husband, John Adams, to “remember the ladies” and consider women’s rights in the new government.
How did the French and Indian War contribute to tensions between Britain and the American colonies?
Britain’s war debt led to taxation, and colonial resentment grew over lack of representation.
What tasks were women primarily responsible for in 18th-century homes?
Cooking, spinning, weaving, and managing the household.
How did newspapers like the Pennsylvania Gazette influence public opinion during the Revolution?
By spreading revolutionary ideas and encouraging unity.
The Shot Heard Round the World:
What date did it occur?
What is it referring to?
Did the British or the Colonists fire the first shot?
Date: April 19th, 1775
Location: Lexington & Concord
Who Fired It: Unknown - Eyewitness accounts differ
Many have debated whether it was the British or the colonists who fired that fateful opening round.
On April 19, 1775, the Battle of Lexington and Concord marked the first military engagement of the American Revolution. Colonists had gathered in the early morning on Lexington Green to prevent approaching British troops from destroying guns and ammunition that were stored in nearby Concord. The gathered faction of colonists was ordered by the British to disperse when “the shot heard ‘round the world” was fired and the American Revolution began.
How did Benjamin Franklin and John Adams collaborate during the Revolutionary War?
They worked together as diplomats in France to secure support for the colonies.
Name the 4 Acts imposed by Britain that angered the colonies, leading to rebellion.
The Sugar Act, Stamp Act, Townshend Acts, and Intolerable Acts.
How did self-reliance in colonial communities contribute to the Revolutionary mindset?
It fostered independence and resourcefulness, essential traits for rebellion.
What role did political cartoons play in rallying colonial support for independence?
They simplified complex issues into relatable imagery to inspire action.
Who was the 2nd president of The United States of America?
John Adams