U. S. History American Revolution Checkpoint Flashcard

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Who was the commander of the Continental Army?

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George Washington was the commander of the Continental Army during the American Revolution.

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What was the primary cause of the American Revolution?

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The primary cause of the American Revolution was 'Taxation without representation', meaning the colonists were being taxed by the British government without having any representatives in Parliament.

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Which British general surrendered at Yorktown?

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General Cornwallis surrendered at Yorktown, marking a significant victory for the American forces.

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What was a key outcome of the Battle of Saratoga?

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A key outcome of the Battle of Saratoga was that France entered the war as an ally to the American colonies.

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Who was an influential diplomat securing international alliances?

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Benjamin Franklin was an influential diplomat who helped secure international alliances for the American colonies.

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What was the Declaration of Independence?

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The Declaration of Independence was a document adopted on July 4, 1776, declaring the colonies' independence from British rule.

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What does 'no taxation without representation' mean?

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'No taxation without representation' means that the colonists believed they should not be taxed by a government in which they had no elected representatives.

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What role did France play in the American Revolution?

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France provided military support and resources to the American colonies, significantly aiding their fight against Britain.

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Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?

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Thomas Jefferson is credited as the principal author of the Declaration of Independence.

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What was the Boston Tea Party?

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The Boston Tea Party was a protest by American colonists against British taxation, where they dumped tea into Boston Harbor in 1773.