8th Grade Review Activity

Front

Who was the leader of the Continental Army and was the First President of the United States?

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George Washington

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Who was the author of the Declaration of Independence and was the 3rd President of the United States who made the Louisiana Purchase?

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Thomas Jefferson

Front

What is a tax on imported goods (goods from other countries)?

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tariffs

Front

Which amendment is part of the Bill of Rights and guarantees free speech, religion, assembly, press, and petition?

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1st Amendment

Front

Which amendment is part of the Bill of Rights and contains the right to remain silent, double jeopardy, and eminent domain?

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5th Amendment

Front

Which amendment says "neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for a crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction"?

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13th Amendment

Front

Which amendment says "the right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any state on account of race, color, or previous condition of servitude"?

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15th Amendment

Front

Who was the first candidate from the Republican Party to be elected president and immediately after the election, seven southern states seceded from the Union?

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Abraham Lincoln

Front

Why is July 4, 1776 significant?

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Independence Day

Front

What founding document was written by Thomas Jefferson and lists the grievances against King George III and your unalienable rights?

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Declaration of Independence