American Revolution
What was the first war in the American Revolution?
The battles Of Lexington and Concord
What is a federalist?
A person who supports the Government.
What is an Expedition?
A journey made for a special purpose.
What was one result of the War of 1812?
The US did not gain Canada, , strengthened the nation, and the British won.
Where did the majority of slaves come from?
Western coast of Africa.
What was the war that caused the American Revolution?
The French and Indian War.
What is an Amendment?
An addition or change to the constitution.
What is an Electoral College?
A group of people chosen by the people of each state who vote for the president.
What battle occurred after the peace treaty was signed?
The Battle Of New Orleans.
What is slavery?
A condition where a person owns another person
What were the French and the British fight over in the French and Indian War?
The Ohio River Valley.
What does the 4th Amendment say?
The 4th amendment protects individuals from a seizure or a search in your house.
Whats a Compromise?
A settlement of a disagreement in which each side agrees to give up part of its demands.
Who was president in 1809?
James Madison.
How were slaves sometimes punished?
Whipping, torture, and imprisonment.
What was Number 4's rule in the Treaty of Paris?
Mississippi River can be used by both sides.
What would the bill of rights amendments do?
They would guarantee freedoms by placing limits on the Government.
Whats a democracy?
A form of government that is controlled or run by the people themselves.
Who was the American general at the Battle of New Orleans?
Andrew Jackson
What year did slavery start?
1619
What is a redoubt?
A small, Often temporary defensive forification.
By what year did all states accept the constitution as the supreme law of the land?
1790
Whats a proclamation?
An official, formal public announcement.
Who won the Battle Of New Orleans?
The U.S.A
If your mom was free does that mean your born a slave?
NO