The American Revolution

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What impact did the idea "It is essential to the freedom and security of a free people, that no taxes be imposed upon them but by their own consent, or their representatives" have on British citizens living in the colonies?

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It encouraged them to become Patriots.

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During the American Revolution, what motivated some African Americans to fight on the side of the Loyalists?

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A promise of freedom from slavery in exchange for military service

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Which statement would most likely have been made by a Loyalist during the American Revolution? Options: "The only way to be free is to declare independence." "The king does not act in the best interest of the colonies." "The best way to show loyalty is to join the minutemen." "The colonies are not prepared to govern themselves."

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"The colonies are not prepared to govern themselves."

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Why did many Native American tribes side with the British during the American Revolution?

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They were promised the return of lands taken from them.

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During the Revolutionary War, which group of people were known as the Patriots?

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Colonists who supported independence

Front

Which statement best describes Samuel Adams' beliefs regarding taxing colonial trade and goods as expressed in 1764?

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Colonists should have the same rights as citizens living in Britain.

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Which American Revolution battle led to a formal military alliance between the United States and France?

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Saratoga

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A shaded map of the eastern United States marks four numbered locations of Revolutionary War battles. Which number correctly identifies the Battle of Kings Mountain?

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4

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The lithograph shows British General Charles Cornwallis surrendering his troops in 1781. What was the location of the surrender?

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Yorktown, Virginia

Front

A map of the Thirteen Colonies is labeled with numbers 1–4. Which number correctly identifies the location of the battle that ended with Great Britain’s surrender?

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