The American Revolution Flashcard

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

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George Washington

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What was the main purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

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To explain why the colonies deserved independence

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Which battle is considered the turning point of the American Revolution?

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Battle of Saratoga

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What was the name of the treaty that ended the American Revolution?

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Treaty of Paris 1783

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Which document officially ended the war and recognized American independence? Options: The Constitution, The Declaration of Independence, The Treaty of Paris 1783, The Articles of Confederation

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The Treaty of Paris 1783

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Who wrote the influential pamphlet "Common Sense" advocating for American independence?

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Thomas Paine

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What was the last major battle of the American Revolution?

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Battle of Yorktown

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Which group of people primarily wrote the Declaration of Independence? Options: The Founding Fathers, The Continental Congress, British Parliament, The Sons of Liberty

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The Founding Fathers

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What year was the Declaration of Independence signed?

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1776

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Which country was the first to recognize the United States as an independent nation?

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France