Social Studies Chapter 9

Which decision was not made by the Continental Congress.

• Electing an army commander

• Paying taxes

• Forming an army to fight the British

• Declaring their independence

Why were many people influenced by Thomas Paine’s Common Sense?

• It was written so that it was easy to understand.

• It was written to impress the King.

• It was written with elegance and strong vocabulary.

What event occurred as a result of Thomas Paine’s Common Sense?

• King George III accepted the Olive Branch.

• The Declaration of Independence was drafted

• They decided to meet again at the Second Continental Congress.

• The Treaty of Paris was agreed upon.

What is the main point of the Declaration of Independence?

• People have the right to not pay taxes.

• People have the right to not be ruled by a king.

• People are born with rights that cannot be taken away.

• All people are created equal.

What does the Declaration say about Britain and the King?

• That they are able to rule America

• The King abused his power.

• Trading should continue between the 2 countries.

• Parliament was in control.

Why were the signer of the Declaration of Independence in danger?

• They would be traitors.

• They would belong to no country.

• It stated that they agreed with King George III.

How did cannons play an important part in the fight for Boston?

• Ethan Allen attacked the city.

• Green Mountain Boys captured the city and gained control.

• It forced the British out of Boston.

What victory enable the Americans to renewed hope toward the war?

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• Battle at Trenton

• Battle at Saratoga

Why was the Battle of Saratoga so important to the war effort?

• It was the turning point of the war.

• It was their first victory.

• It was why the British won the war.

How were African Americans Patriots important to the war?

• They tried to end slavery.

• They did not help defend the country.

• They fought in almost every battle of the war.