Causes of the American Revolution

Who were the Founding Fathers?

What was the main purpose of the Second Continental Congress?

What is the Declaration of Independence?

According to the Declaration of Independence, which 3 freedoms should each person have?

When is America's Independence Day?

Why did men throw tea into the Boston Harbor?

Random trivia question: what instrument is this soldier playing?

King George III wanted to end the riots/rebellion peacefully and avoid war.

What was the main purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

What was the nickname for the Coercive Acts?

The Declaration of Independence did NOT get rid of slavery.

Why did the relationship between Britain and the colonies worsen?

Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?

The Navigational Acts restricted what in the colonies?

What were the two sides of the American Revolution?

A loyalist is someone who is loyal or supports the King and Britain.

How many grievances (complaints) about King George III were listed in the Declaration of Independence?

Why did many countries think the colonies had no chance of winning the war?

The British passed a law after the Boston Tea Party. What was it?

Who was the king of England at this time in history?

Who is known as the "midnight rider" who warned people that the British were coming?

Who was the leader of the Continental Army?

What was the reason for the First Continental Congress?