The American Revolution

Who were the Hessians?

Who was the commander of the British troops?

What are two things the Second Continental Congress created?

What type of fighting uses surprise hit-and-run attacks?

What did two lanterns hanging in the Old North Church signify?

Which two European countries helped the American colonies defeat Britain?

Which treaty ended the American Revolution?

What was the last major battle of the American Revolution?

What could British soldiers use to search people's homes, boats, etc.? (Name back then)

Which battle proved that the American forces could take on the British army?

Which group did Samuel Adams help create to frighten British tax collectors?

Which European helped train the Continental Army and made it a "finely tuned fighting force"?

Who wrote Common Sense?

Where did the "shot heard 'round the world" take place?

Which is not one of the Intolerable Acts?

What document was sent to King George as a final attempt to keep peace?

Which famous Patriot said "Give me liberty or give me death"?

When was the Declaration of Independence ratified?

Which battle was the turning point of the American Revolution?

Why did Britain need to raise taxes on the American Colonies?

Which group's purpose was to share information about new British taxes and how to stop them?

What was a weakness of the British forces?

What was a strength of the American forces?

Why were American colonists so upset about being taxed by the British? (1 main reason)

What was Francis Marion known for?