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5.7 Major Battles and Events During the War

5.7 Major Battles and Events During the War

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Why was the Revolutionary War significant for the American colonies?

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It led to the colonies gaining independence from Britain.

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It resulted in the colonies joining the British Empire.

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It caused the colonies to lose their land.

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It ended all wars in America.

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Multiple Choice

Which event marked the formation of the Continental Army and who was chosen to lead it?

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The First Continental Congress, led by Benjamin Franklin

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The Second Continental Congress, led by George Washington

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The Declaration of Independence, led by Thomas Jefferson

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The Battle of Bunker Hill, led by Horatio Gates

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Which of the following were direct results of the Declaration of Independence being approved on July 4, 1776? (Mark 2 Answers)

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Colonists gained independence from Britain immediately

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The reasons for independence and rights of people were explained

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The Continental Army was formed

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More colonists wanted to separate from Britain

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General George Washington led a daring nighttime crossing of the ice-filled ___ River in December 1776.

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The harsh winter at Valley Forge made American soldiers ___ for the battles ahead.

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Multiple Choice

Which event marked the end of the Revolutionary War?

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The Battle of Yorktown

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The signing of the Treaty of Paris

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The Battle of Saratoga

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The Boston Tea Party

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Which battle is considered the turning point of the American Revolution? The Battle of ____.

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Match the following

Battle of Lexington & Concord

Battle of Bunker Hill

Battle of Saratoga

Battle of Yorktown

Colonists win, turning point

British surrender, war ends

British won, but they lost many soldiers

Revere alerts the British are coming

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