American Revolution Review

Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?

This delegate to the Continental Congress from Virginia encouraged colonists to fight for independence.

Colonists who supported the King and Britain were called _________________.

Why did thousands of African Americans join the British Army during the American Revolution?

The Battle of Trenton was different for the Continental Army because

Reason taxation without representation was so important to the colonists.

This rebellious act clearly demonstrated how unhappy colonists were with new British laws.

In order to handle the British, the Second Continental Congress did this.

The Battle of Yorktown

This the meaning of the motto "E Pluribus Unum.

How was France's interest in the war financially important?

A British officer standing gaurd reported to have hit a colonist during an arguement caused what?

What Act in 1764 angered the colonists, because Britain had never taxed the colonists directly before?

Which was not a result of the Treaty of Paris, 1783?

Who organized troops to attack British outposts in the Southeast?

Which of the 4 groups was most divided on who to support in the American Revolution?

This was the goal of the First Continental Congress.

What battle is considered the first of the American Revolution

As a result of the First Continental Congress what was accomplished?

In Common Sence, Paine argued that laws should be made by _____________________.

Why was the Battle of Saratoga a turning point for the Patriots?

Winter at Valley Forge was difficult for the Patriots because

What is the most likely reason that Spain decided to help the Patriots?

What name was given to the Coercive Acts, by the American colonists?

What was the reason for Parlaiment to pass the Stamp Act of 1764?