Founding Fathers
This Founding Father has a musical about him, along with being on the $10 bill. He was also the first secretary of treasury and an army veteran.
Alexander Hamilton
The French Indian War was between what two nations?
France and Britain.
During a protest, British troops fire into a crowd. What is this event known as?
The Boston Massacre
Who owns the Colonies up to this point in history?
The British
This Founding Father fought in the French Indian War, along with leading the colonies through the American Revolution. He would eventually become the 1st U.S. President.
George Washington
Who won the French Indian War?
The British
The British close the ports and take away colonists money. The colonists protest in what famous "boat themed" event?
The Boston Tea Party
The time of religious change and mass hysteria was known as what?
The Great Awakening
This Founding Father is on the $100 bill, known for his inventions such as the printing press, swim fins, and the postal service. He also helped write the Declaration of Independence
Ben Franklin
What General fought in this war, eventually becoming a prominent figure in U.S. History?
George Washington
What does "boycott" mean?
To refuse to use a certain product or service
What was the name of Johnathon Edwards sermon?
Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God
This Founding Father will eventually become the 3rd President of the U.S., also credited for writing the Declaration of Independence. Also known for Monticello and owning slaves.
Thomas Jefferson
What was the main reason of the war?
Land
What is the name of the document that officially requested separation from the British Government?
The Declaration of Independence
Finish the sentence: "We hold these truths to be self evident that all men are _____________"
Created equal
This Founding Father would become the 2nd U.S. President, known for being a lawyer in the case of the Boston Massacre. He is also the one who put Thomas Jefferson in charge of writing the Declaration of Independence.
John Adams
Who did the British ask to pay for the war?
Colonists
The British impose acts against the colonies due to colonist unrest, known as what?
The Intolerable Acts
Subsistence farming means farming for:
Yourself