American Revolution
Who were the colonists fighting against in the American Revolution?
Great Britain
What is the main job of the government?
To make and enforce laws
What are the four main directions on a compass?
North, South, East, West
How many original colonies were there?
13
What do we call people who live in a country and follow its laws?
Citizens
What was the tax on tea called?
The Tea Act
What are the three branches of government?
Legislative, Executive, Judicial
What is the largest continent?
Asia
Which colony was founded by the Pilgrims?
Massachusetts
What is one right you have as an American citizen?
Freedom of speech (or any freedom from the Bill of Rights)
What event happened when colonists dumped tea into the harbor?
The Boston Tea Party
Who is the leader of the Executive Branch?
The President
What ocean is on the east coast of the United States?
Atlantic Ocean
Which colony was known for growing tobacco?
Virginia
What are the first 10 amendments called?
The Bill of Rights
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
What do we call the document that starts with “We the People”?
The Constitution
What line divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres?
The Equator
What region had cold winters and rocky soil?
New England Colonies
What holiday celebrates the signing of the Declaration of Independence?
The Fourth of July
What battle was the turning point of the war?
Battle of Saratoga
What is the highest court in the United States?
The Supreme Court
What map feature shows directions (N, S, E, W)?
Compass rose
What region relied most on farming and plantations?
Southern Colonies
What does voting allow citizens to do?
Choose their leaders or have a voice in government