Test 1
What did the 13 colonies do when they realized they no longer wanted to be taxed?
Protest
Why did the stamp act congress not declare for independence?
They were not ready
What is the “Preamble” of the constitution?
The Intro
What is the First Amendment?
Freedom of speech
Who won the French / Indian War?
British
What resources did the British tax the British Americans?
Sugar, Tea, Paper
What did the British do when they realized all of their armory was stolen after the battle of Lexington and concord?
Set the building on fire
How many Amendments are in the constitution?
27
Which Branch of Government “Enforces the law”?
Executive
Which battle was fought on a bridge and a border?
Battle of Lexington and concord
Why did the British tax the 13 colonies?
Debt
What was the group called that met in Philadelphia for 18 days?
Stamp Act Congress
Which Branch of Government “Judges the law”?
Judicial
How many Houses are in the Legislative Branch?
2
Who won the battle of bunker hill? Why was is a sad victory?
British won, but had far more casualties
What was the first protest of the American revolution called?
Boston Massacre
Why did the Stamp act congress meet in Philadelphia?
Denounce taxation without representation
What are the “First 10” amendments called?
Bill of Rights
Which States have the largest number of Representatives?
Bigger / Most populated states
How many Supreme Court Justices are appointed for life?
9
What was the war called that forced the British to go into major debt?
French/ Indian War
What was the event called when George Washington led his men to New York for weapons. Then walked back to Boston to surround all of its high points?
Siege of Boston
Which Branch of Government “Makes the law”?
Lesgislative
How many senators are there across the United States?
100
Who is the head of the executive branch?
President