American Revolution

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What are the 3 unalienable rights listed in the Declaration of Independence?

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Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness

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Which battle marked the start of the American Revolution?

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Lexington and Concord

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Who was the British king during the American Revolution?

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King George III

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Who was the patriot famous for his midnight ride to warn the colonial militia of the approach of British troops?

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Paul Revere

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Why did the king begin to tax the colonists?

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He needed money to pay off war debts

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What act was the cause of the Boston Tea party? Options: The Townshend act, Tea Act, Sugar Act, Boston Massacre

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Tea Act

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What was the common slogan used in the Colonies?

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No Taxation without Representation

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What action did King George take after the French and Indian War that colonists felt unfairly restricted their ability to move west?

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Declared the Proclamation of 1763

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Who is known as the first person killed in the fight for freedom? Options: Phyllis Wheatley, Crispus Attucks, Ben Franklin, Paul Revere

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Crispus Attucks

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How many branches of government does The United States have?

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