A New Nation

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What reason did some Native Americans have for joining the British army during the American Revolution?

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They wanted their lands back.

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Which statement best describes the role of African slaves during the American Revolution? (4.2.CO) Options: They did not fight in the American Revolution., They only fought on the Patriots' side., They only fought on the Loyalists' side., They fought on both sides in the American Revolution.

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They fought on both sides in the American Revolution.

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What did women, Native Americans, and African slaves have in common during the American Revolution?

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They were all affected in some way.

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Which of the following was an economic factor of the Revolutionary War?
- British taxation on goods
- The Declaration of Independence
- The passage of British laws
- The Boston Massacre

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British taxation on goods

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Which important event of the American Revolution is pictured here?

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The Boston Tea Party

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How did the passage of the Articles of Confederation help to lead to the formation of the US government?

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It was a weak government and thereby led to the creation of the Constitution.

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In the Declaration of Independence, what is the main purpose of government according to Thomas Jefferson?

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To protect the rights of all people

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If you wanted to see a statement about the natural rights of all Americans, what document would be best for you to consult?

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The Declaration of Independence

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If your teacher assigned you a research project on the sequence of events that led to the establishment of the US as a democratic republic, which set of terms would you need to research?

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Continental Congress, The Articles of Confederation, and The US Constitution

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Why did South Carolina join the other colonies in the American Revolution?

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South Carolina wanted to gain independence from Britain.