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When did the Battle of Lexington and Concord take place?

April 19, 1775

Where did the Battle of Lexington and Concord occur?

Massachusetts, United States

Who were the opposing sides in the Battle of Lexington and Concord?

British and American colonists

What was the main cause of the Battle of Lexington and Concord?

Tensions between the British government and the American colonists over taxation without representation

What was the outcome of the Battle of Lexington and Concord?

The British suffered heavy casualties and were forced to retreat, marking the start of the American Revolutionary War

Who was the leader of the American militia during the Battle of Lexington and Concord?

Captain John Parker

What was the famous quote associated with the Battle of Lexington and Concord?

“The shot heard 'round the world”

What was the significance of the Battle of Lexington and Concord?

It sparked the American Revolutionary War and united the colonists against British rule.

Did the American colonists win the Battle of Lexington and Concord?

No, but it was considered a moral victory as they stood up against the powerful British army.

What role did Paul Revere play in the Battle of Lexington and Concord?

He rode to Lexington to warn Samuel Adams and John Hancock of the approaching British troops.

Who fired the first shot in the Battle of Lexington and Concord?

It is still uncertain who fired the first shot, as it occurred in the chaos of the skirmish.

What was the militia known as during the Battle of Lexington and Concord?

Minutemen

How many British soldiers were involved in the Battle of Lexington and Concord?

Approximately 700 soldiers

What was the nickname given to the British regular soldiers?

Redcoats

What was the primary objective of the British army in the Battle of Lexington and Concord?

To seize colonial weapons and ammunition

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Who was the leader of the American militia during the Battle of Lexington and Concord?



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