VS5b - Roles of Virginians in the Revolution

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A person who supported England and King George III.

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loyalist

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A person who wanted freedom from control of England.

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patriot

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Who was a slave that served in the Continental Army and was given his freedom after the war?

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James Lafayette

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Which group of people mostly remained neutral, although some also fought alongside both the patriots and loyalists?

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American Indians

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Which group fought for both the British Army and the Continental Army, depending on who promised their freedom?

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African Americans

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Who inspired people with his speeches?

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Patrick Henry

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Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?

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Thomas Jefferson

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Some Virginians were_______, meaning they did not take sides.

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Neutral

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Who took on more responsibilities during the war?

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Women

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John lived in the Virginia Colony during the Revolutionary War. He joined the Continental Army. John was-

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a patriot