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Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?
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Thomas Jefferson was the main author of the Declaration of Independence.
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What role did George Washington play during the American Revolution?
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George Washington served as the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolution.
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Who was the king of Britain during the American Revolution?
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King George III was the king of Britain during the American Revolution.
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Why is Benjamin Franklin significant in the context of the American Revolution?
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Benjamin Franklin was significant for securing French support for the American Revolution and helping draft the Declaration of Independence.
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Name the female figure who is often associated with advocating for women’s rights during the American Revolution era.
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Abigail Adams is often associated with advocating for women’s rights during this time.
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What is the historical importance of the Battle of Saratoga?
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The Battle of Saratoga is considered a turning point in the American Revolution because it led to France entering the war as an ally to the Americans.
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Which battle marked the end of the American Revolution?
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The Siege of Yorktown marked the end of the American Revolution.
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What event is celebrated as Independence Day in the United States?
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Independence Day, celebrated on July 4th, commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776.
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What was the main purpose of the Declaration of Independence?
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The main purpose was to declare the thirteen colonies' independence from British rule and outline the principles of individual rights and government by consent.
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What was the Boston Tea Party?
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The Boston Tea Party was a political protest by the Sons of Liberty in Boston, against the Tea Act imposed by the British government.
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What were the Intolerable Acts, and why were they significant?
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The Intolerable Acts were a series of punitive laws passed by the British Parliament in response to the Boston Tea Party, which intensified colonial resistance.
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What did the Stamp Act tax, and why did it anger colonists?
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The Stamp Act taxed all paper documents in the colonies, such as newspapers and legal papers, angering colonists because they had no representation in Parliament.
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What phrase summarizes the colonists' main grievance regarding British taxes?
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"No taxation without representation" summarizes the colonists' main grievance.
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Who were the Sons of Liberty?
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The Sons of Liberty was a secret organization that opposed British policies and played a major role in organizing protests like the Boston Tea Party.
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How did the French and Indian War contribute to the American Revolution?
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The French and Indian War left Britain with a massive debt, leading to taxes on the colonies, which fueled resentment and desire for independence.
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What military strategy did the Continental Army frequently use against the British?
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The Continental Army often used guerrilla warfare tactics, including ambushes and hit-and-run attacks, against the British.
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How did the Enlightenment influence the American Revolution?
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Enlightenment ideas about liberty, democracy, and social contracts influenced the colonists' demands for independence and were reflected in the Declaration of Independence.
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What was the significance of the Treaty of Paris 1783?
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The Treaty of Paris 1783 officially ended the American Revolution and recognized the sovereignty of the United States.
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Which legislative body adopted the Declaration of Independence?
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The Second Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776.
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Which pamphlet by Thomas Paine inspired American colonists to pursue independence?
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Thomas Paine's pamphlet "Common Sense" inspired colonists to pursue independence from Britain.
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