Flashcards on The American Revolution

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When did the American Revolution take place?

The American Revolution took place from 1775 to 1783.

Who were the opposing sides in the American Revolution?

The opposing sides in the American Revolution were the American colonists and the British forces.

What was the main cause of the American Revolution?

The main cause of the American Revolution was the desire for independence from British rule.

Who wrote the influential pamphlet 'Common Sense' that fueled the desire for independence?

Thomas Paine wrote the influential pamphlet 'Common Sense'.

Which battle marked the turning point in the American Revolution?

The Battle of Saratoga marked the turning point in the American Revolution.

What document formally declared the independence of the thirteen colonies?

The Declaration of Independence formally declared the independence of the thirteen colonies.

Who was the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolution?

George Washington was the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolution.

Which European country supported the American colonists during the war?

France supported the American colonists during the war.

What was the outcome of the American Revolution?

The outcome of the American Revolution was the establishment of an independent United States of America.

What are the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution called?

The first ten amendments to the United States Constitution are called the Bill of Rights.

Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?

Thomas Jefferson was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence.

Which battle resulted in the surrender of a British army and led to France openly supporting the American cause?

The Battle of Yorktown resulted in the surrender of a British army and led to France openly supporting the American cause.

What is 'no taxation without representation' referring to?

'No taxation without representation' refers to the colonists' demand for a voice in the British government before being taxed.

Who famously said, 'Give me liberty, or give me death!'?

Patrick Henry famously said, 'Give me liberty, or give me death!'

What town was the site of the 'shot heard round the world'?

Concord, Massachusetts was the site of the 'shot heard round the world'.

When did the American Revolution take place?

The American Revolution took place from 1775 to 1783.

Who were the opposing sides in the American Revolution?

The opposing sides in the American Revolution were the American colonists and the British forces.

What was the main cause of the American Revolution?

The main cause of the American Revolution was the desire for independence from British rule.

Who wrote the influential pamphlet 'Common Sense' that fueled the desire for independence?

Thomas Paine wrote the influential pamphlet 'Common Sense'.

Which battle marked the turning point in the American Revolution?

The Battle of Saratoga marked the turning point in the American Revolution.

What document formally declared the independence of the thirteen colonies?

The Declaration of Independence formally declared the independence of the thirteen colonies.

Who was the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolution?

George Washington was the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolution.

Which European country supported the American colonists during the war?

France supported the American colonists during the war.

What was the outcome of the American Revolution?

The outcome of the American Revolution was the establishment of an independent United States of America.

What are the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution called?

The first ten amendments to the United States Constitution are called the Bill of Rights.

Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?

Thomas Jefferson was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence.

Which battle resulted in the surrender of a British army and led to France openly supporting the American cause?

The Battle of Yorktown resulted in the surrender of a British army and led to France openly supporting the American cause.

What is 'no taxation without representation' referring to?

'No taxation without representation' refers to the colonists' demand for a voice in the British government before being taxed.

Who famously said, 'Give me liberty, or give me death!'?

Patrick Henry famously said, 'Give me liberty, or give me death!'

What town was the site of the 'shot heard round the world'?

Concord, Massachusetts was the site of the 'shot heard round the world'.

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