Heroes of the American Revolution

Patriots

100

Who was the leader of the Continental Army during the American Revolution?

George Washington

200

Who famously rode at midnight to warn the colonists of the British approach?

Paul Revere

300

Which revolutionary figure was a key diplomat in France during the American Revolution?

Benjamin Franklin

400

Who was the first President of the United States?

George Washington

500

Why was Benjamin Franklin important during the American Revolution?

• He helped secure French support for the American colonies.

Causes

100

What did the American Revolution fight for?

Independence

200

Why were the colonists upset with British rule?

Because of high taxes imposed by Great Britain.

300

What was written to state the colonies' desire for freedom?

The Declaration of Independence 

400

Why did the colonists want independence from Great Britain?

• They wanted lower taxes and self-governance.

500

Describe one reason why the colonists were unhappy with British rule.

• They had no representation in British Parliament.

Vocabulary

100

The colonists wanted _ from Great Britain.

independence

200

The colonists were upset because of high _ imposed by Great Britain.

taxes

300

The Declaration of Independence states the colonies' desire for _.

freedom

400

: _ was known for his famous midnight ride.

Paul Revere

500

• What does the term "patriot" refer to during the American Revolution?

Answer: Someone who supported independence from Great Britain.