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American Revolution
Quiz
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What were the problems that started the Revolution? | The settlers in the new country thought the British laws were too unfair |
| Why did people travel to the new country?(USA) | Wanted more land, freedom, riches, religion of choice, just to start over |
| What were the 13 original colonies? | |
| What is a TAX? | an extra amount of money to be paid for goods |
| What is a loyalist? | They wished to remain loyal to King George II They did not want to protest or go to war against Parliament. |
| What is a patriot? | A person who feels strongly for their country and is willing to fight and go to war for it. They organized rally's, protests, and boycotts. |
| What were some examples of acts patriots took to spread the word and STOP parliament? | Stamp act, Boston Tea Party, Sugar act |
| What are the four parts of the Deceleration of Indepedance | Deceleration of natural rights, Bill of Indictment,Preamble, and Statement of Independance |
| Give as many details as to when the war started?(ex. where, when, who ext.) | It started in 1775 (April) between British soldiers and Massachusetts farmers. This battle was called The Battle of Lexington |
| What happened in 1775? | Sugar act |
| What happened in 1773? | Tea act and Boston Tea party |
| What happened in 1776, on July 4th? | The Deceleration of Independence was adopted |
| What happened in 1775? | The first shots of the war took place |
| What happened in 1765? | The stamp act |
| Which side are you on? Are you a loyalist or a patriot? Use at least 3 pieces of evidence and a claim to support your side |