American Revolution

Front

A group of colonists that were loyal to the king.

Back

Loyalists

Front

Which law forbid the colonist from moving west past the Application Mountains?

Back

Proclamation of 1763

Front

Which statements reflect the colonists’ feelings after the French and Indian War? Options: The colonists felt their rights were violated after being taxed without their consent. The colonists supported England making decisions for the colonies. The colonists felt they had a good life. The colonists supported being taxed to pay for the war.

Back

The colonists felt their rights were violated after being taxed without their consent.

Front

A group of colonists that wanted to fight for independence.

Back

Patriots

Front

What event is being described? Options: Boston Massacre, Boston Tea Party, Boston Tea Act, Boston Indian Party

Back

Boston Tea Party

Front

How did the British respond to the Boston Tea Party?

Back

They passed the Intolerable Act which closed the Boston Harbor.

Front

Who did the Second Continental Congress appoint as the commander of the Patriots?

Back

George Washington

Front

Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?

Back

Thomas Jefferson

Front

Who helped write and revise the Declaration of Independence?

Back

John Adams

Front

Who was the inventor and diplomat who supported independence?

Back

Benjamin Franklin