Chapter 6

Question 1

Virginia resolution, stating the colonies were "free and independent states" was introduced by

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Richard Henry Lee

Question 2

What was the main purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

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to declare the separation of the United States from Britain

Question 3

A civilian ship given its government's approval to raid enemy ships

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Privateer

Question 4

This French nobleman aided the American Revolution.

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Marquis de Lafayette

Question 5

Which country was the first to sign a treaty of alliance with the United States?

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France

Question 6

Our American Revolution inspired revolutionary movements in

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France and Latin America

Question 7

He wrote a pamphlet titled Common Sense

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Thomas Paine

Question 8

During the American Revolution, most Native American groups

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sided with the British

Question 9

What was returned to Spain in 1783?

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Florida

Question 10

Which one was not a reason why the United States won the Revolution?

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advanced technology

Question 11

Washington's army spent the hard winter of 177-1778 in

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Valley Forge

Question 12

Which battle in the Middle States was a major turning point in the Revolution?

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Battle of Saratoga

Question 13

What was the official end of the American Revolution

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approval of the Treaty of Paris

Question 14

This person is a famous traitor

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Benedict Arnold

Question 15

He led guerrilla attacks against the British in the South

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Francis Marion

Questions 15