The War for Independence

The War for Independence

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Some colonists were Loyalists, meaning they sided with Britain. Other colonists were Patriots, meaning they supported American independence.

​​Choosing Sides

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​The British forces badly defeated the outnumbered Continental Army at the Battle of Long Island in 1776.

Course of Fighting

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In late December 1776, Washington led troops across the icy Delaware River to surprise and defeat the British at Trenton and Princeton, New Jersey.

Early Battles

Multiple Choice

Who were the two opposing sides in the American Revolution?

• Patriots and British

• Loyalists and Tories

• French and Spanish

• Americans and Candians

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​General George Washington is preparing to lead 2,400 troops across the Delaware River to launch a surprise attack on the British troops stationed in Trenton

Where is Trenton located?

​George Washington

​Locate Trenton, New Jersey

Draw

Trace Washington's movements to Trenton, New Jersey

Multiple Choice

Which river did George Washington cross to battle the Hessian forces at Trenton?

• Trenton River

• Hudson River

• New Jerey River

• Delaware River

Name three major battles of the war.

Battles of the American Revolution

Multiple Choice

What American victory helped build morale during the harsh winter of 1776?

• Battle of Long Island

• Battle of Saratoga

• Battles of Trenton and Princton

• Battle of Yorktown

Opposing Sides During the War

British

Large navy

Support of Loyalist colonists

Lots of resources

Experienced fighters ​

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Which advantage would help the British the most?

Opposing Sides During the War

Patriot

​Fighting on home turf

Inspired by leadership of George Washington

Believed in the cause of independence ​

Which advantage would help the Americans the most?

Match

Match the following

• Patriot

• British

• Loyalist

• red coats

fighting for a cause

large navy

colonists loyal to British

experienced

• fighting for a cause

• large navy

• colonists loyal to British

• experienced

Poll

How much did you interact with this presentation today?

• the entire time

• most of the time

• I missed a lot

• I didn't even try