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American Rev. Review
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| How did the colonists ideas about government differ from those of the English Parliament? | They disagreed about government because the colonists thought that the people should be in charge. The Parliament thought that the king should be in charge and could tax the colonies. |
| Why is the Declaration of Independence an important document? | The Declaration of Independence is important because it states that every citizen has the rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. |
| What contributions did Virginians make during the Revolutionary War Era? | Patriots signed up for the Continental Army and fought for Virginia. Women worked on the farms while their husbands were at war. |
| What did George Washington contribute during the Revolutionary War Era? | He led the Continental Army to a victory. |
| What did Thomas Jefferson contribute during the Revolutionary War Era? | He wrote the Declaration of Independence. |
| What did Patrick Henry contribute during the Revolutionary War Era? | He gave famous speeches about how the colonies should be ruled. One of his famous sayings is "Give me liberty or give me death." |
| What did James Lafayette contribute during the Revolutionary War Era? | He spied on the British and led the Continental Army to victory. |
| What did James Lafayette contribute during the Revolutionary War Era? |