CBA 2.2 American Revolution

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The colonists had many grievances against King George. Grievances are -----

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complaints

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The leader of the Continental army was ____.

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George Washington

Front

Which famous patriot is the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?

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Thomas Jefferson

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The Declaration of Independence includes the words, "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness"; these are considered _____________________ rights.

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unalienable

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This American victory convinced the French to become allies with the colonists.

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Saratoga

Front

Why is Yorktown an important battle in the American Revolution?

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It is the last battle and the American won their independence.

Front

The American Revolution financier was ___________.

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Haym Solomon

Front

Why is July 4, 1776 significant?

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Independence Day

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Who published essays, plays, and poems to encourage colonists to support revolution?

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Mercy Otis Warren

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Wentworth Cheswell is known for... (Choose all the correct statements) spying on the British, serving as a messenger for the Committee of Safety and fought at the battle of Saratoga, writing plays and poems to inspire independence

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serving as a messenger for the Committee of Safety and fought at the battle of Saratoga