What document started the American Revolution?

The Declaration of Independence

How did the British get new colonists to settle in Florida?

They offered land grants of up to 20,000 acres to settlers.

What was Spain's contribution to the War in Florida?

Spain's armies conquered West Florida

Which of the following is NOT a reason England used Florida as a base?

Florida was far away from powerful southern colonies

Which of the following is NOT a reason the 13 colonies started the Revolution?

The British banned Christianity in the colonies

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1
Why did Florida remain loyal to England?
Both answers are correct
They relied on the British for trade
They thought the British would win the war
2
What colony was the only one not to join the Revolution?
Georgia
South Carolina
Florida
Virginia
3
What document started the American Revolution?
The Treaty of War
The Declaration of Independence
The Constitution
The Treaty of Paris
4
What document ended the American Revolution?
The Treaty of Peace
The Declaration of Independence
The Treaty of Paris
The Constitution
5
How did the British get new colonists to settle in Florida?
They sent soldiers to force other colonists into Florida.
They offered $1,000 to each person who moved there.
They offered land grants of up to 20,000 acres to settlers.
They didn't settle Florida.
6
What was the name for the colonists who fought FOR the British?
Patriots
Effigies
Brits
Loyalists
7
Who stepped in to help the Patriots in the war?
The Natives
Germany
Spain
France
8
What was Spain's contribution to the War in Florida?
Spain's armies conquered West Florida
Spain defeated the French at sea
Spain defeated the natives that were fighting for Britain
Spain's armada helped the Patriots conquer St. Augustine
9
What happened to Florida after the Revolution?
It stayed with the British
It became part of the United States
None of the above
It became a colony of Spain
10
Which of the following is NOT a reason England used Florida as a base?
Florida was far away from powerful southern colonies
Florida's large plantations provided food for soldiers
Florida was near southern colonies, providing easy access
Florida's hot climate helped prepare soldiers for war
11
Which of the following is NOT a reason the 13 colonies started the Revolution?
British forced colonists to allow soldiers to live with them
The British banned Christianity in the colonies
The British taxed many items: stamps, tea, sugar, etc.
British charged fees (tariffs) on trade with other countries
12
What do we call the colonists who fought AGAINST the British for independence?
Patriots
Red coats
Brits
Loyalists

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