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American Revolution - Ms. Avena
American Revolution - Ms. Avena
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A Patriot - People who wanted the American Colonies to gain their Independence from Britain
True
False
2
What are the
Bill of Rights (1791)
The Bill of Rights tells us we have the right to live
The first 5 amendments to the United States Constitution.
The first 10 amendments to the United States Constitution.
3
The Battle of Long Island is also known by the name the Battle of Brooklyn.
False
True
4
The main reason for the Capture of Fort Ticonderoga?
British to take the fort from the Americans
Kill British soldiers
Americans to take the fort to get control of its cannons.
5
Why did the British want to take over Breeds Hill and Bunker Hill?
They would have a tactical advantage to attack the Americans.
Americans held most of their munitions there.
They were close to water sources that proved valuable.
Americans were gathering there to train for battle.
6
Select all the rules of the flag
It should be only in front of a home if the government allows
Never letting the flag touch the ground
It should be lit up if flown at night.
There are specific rules on how and where it should be displayed
7
The Battles of Lexington and Concord marked the start of the American Revolution.
False
True
8
What is the 2nd amendment?
prevents the government from placing troops in private homes
Freedom of Religion & Freedom Of Speech
Protects citizen’s right to bear arms
9
Patriot or Loyalist - Wanted the American colonies to gain their independence from Britain.
Patriot
Loyalist
10
Patriot or Loyalist - Also known as the Sons of Liberty or Whigs
Patriot
Loyalist
11
There were three Revolutionary War battles that occurred near Fort Ticonderoga.
False
True
12
Which of the following was NOT an outcome of the Battles of Saratoga?
The French decided to support the Americans.
American morale was boosted.
The British defeated the Americans.
General John Burgoyne surrendered.
13
Patriot or Loyalist - Famous examples were Paul Revere, Ethan Allen, and Samuel Adams.
Patriot
Loyalist
14
Why did the British mainly go to Concord?
They thought that was where George Washington was training militiamen.
To destroy the colonists’ munitions and weapons supply.
They heard rumors the militiamen were gathering there.
To search the city for Samuel Adams and John Hancock.
15
On June 14, 1777 the Second Continental Congress passed a Flag Resolution. FLAG DAY
False
True
16
Which of the following is an accurate statement about the Battle of Lexington?
It is unknown which side fired the first shot.
British troops were outnumbered by Americans.
No one died in the battle.
It was a large battle
17
The Battle of Saratoga was an American victory & a turning point of the Revolutionary War (In America's favor).
False
True
18
Which of the following is an accurate statement about the Battle of Bunker Hill?
The battle was won by the American colonists.
Americans suffered more casualties than the British.
Most of the battle actually took place on Breed’s Hill.
Americans were morally deflated after the battle.
19
Which of the following was NOT an outcome of the Battles of Saratoga?
American morale was boosted.
The British defeated the Americans.
General John Burgoyne surrendered.
The French decided to support the Americans.
20
Which was the largest battle of the Revolutionary war?
Battle of Long Island
Battle of Bunker Hill
Battle of Cowpens
21
Some women took direct part in the war by being nurses, spies, or camp followers
True
False
22
The French decided to support America with Military Aid as an outcome of the battle of Saratoga
False
True
23
Your rights come from ...
Your creator
The government
24
Patriot or Loyalist - Many returned to Britain after the war.
Loyalist
Patriot
25
Americans won the Battle of Long Island decisively.
False
True
26
The United States flag is a symbol of our freedom & the men and women who have died over the years to preserve it
True
False
27
Loyalist - People who wanted to stay part of Britain and remain British citizens
True
False
28
What is the 1st amendment?
prevents the government from placing troops in private homes
Freedom of Religion & Freedom Of Speech
Protects citizen’s right to bear arms
29
Patriot or Loyalist - Lived in the American colonies, but did not want to break away from Britain.
Patriot
Loyalist
30
Which of the following is NOT true about the Hessians?
They were paid by the Americans to fight for them.
Many of them stayed in America after the war.
Many were from a region in Germany.
They were paid by the British to fight for them.
31
At the very beginning of the war, why did the British want to take the colonists guns?
So they would have to rely on the (British) Government & couldn't fight
For safety
32
Most women during the Revolutionary War stayed home and took care of the farm or the family business
False
True
33
Which of the following is an accurate statement about the Battle of Trenton?
Hessian soldiers from Germany fought on the American side.
It was a decisive victory for the British.
A surprise attack led to American victory.
It took place in New York.
34
Hundreds of men from Maryland, nowcalled the Maryland 200, held off the British while the army retreated. (Battle of LI)
True
False
35
Patriot or Loyalist - Felt they were being treated unfairly by the British.
Patriot
Loyalist
36
Washington refused to negotiate with the British prior to the Battle of Long Island
False
True
37
Why were the British mostly surprised by the Americans? (Battle of Trenton)
They did not expect them to have boats to cross the DelawareRiver.
They did not expect the Americans to cross the Delaware River athird time.
They did not expect them to fight in the horrible weatherconditions.
They did not expect them to have a strong army.
38
Which of the following was a result of the Battle of Bunker Hill?
More Americans than British died in the battle.
American morale was boosted by their victory.
American morale was boosted by their victory.
More Americans joined the colonists to fight the British.
