SS Unit 2 Review

Why did the colonists write the Declaration?

• They wanted the king to step down
• To tell the king to be nice
• To explain to the king others their grievences
• To ask the king for his support

Which document was written to unite the Americans in a just and secure nation where citizens have freedoms.

• The Constitution
• The Treaty of Paris
• The Declaration 
• The Proclamation of 1763

Why was the Bill of Rights important?

• it gives us rules
• it lists or grievances
  
• it lists specific rights
• it lists the rules to be president

What is the star spangled banner?

• the U.S. flag
• Our national song
• a sign with stars on it
• the national anthem

The author of The Star-Spangled banner wrote the poem after witnessing a battle. What does rockets' red glare refer to?

• fireworks
• cannons
• rockets
• airplanes

Why did Key write the Star-Spangled Banner?

• to make money
• because he was happy to see the flag
• he was proud to battle with George Washington
• he loved music

Which amendment says we can assemble?

• 4
• 9
• 12
• 1

The first amendment says we have freedom of religion, press, the right to assemble and what else?

• to bear arms
• speech
• fair trials
• happiness

Who was the commander of the Revolutionary troops?

• John Adams
• George Washington
• William Penn
• Thomas Jefferson

What was the cause of the Intolerable Acts?

• The Boston Tea Party
• The French and Indian War
• The Proclamation of 1763
• The Boston Massacre