Revolutionary War review

Why did the colonists throw tea into the Boston Harbor?

• They hated the tea.

• They were protesting the taxes from Britain.

• They were protesting the help the Native Americans were giving them.

• They were declaring war on the French and Native Americans.

Why did the colonists chant "No taxation without representation?"

• They didn't want to tax the Native Americans.

• They didn't want the French King to take over as ruler.

• They wanted representation in the British Parliament.

• They wanted more taxes on all imported goods.

The preamble of the Declaration of Independence emphasized that people are born with what?

• Natural rights

• Property in America

• Slaves for their plantations

• More taxes

What were the first guidelines after the revolutionary war ended that helped set up the new nation?

• Treaty of Paris

• Declaration of Independence

• Articles of Confederation

• Mayflower Compact

What 3 things did Benjamin Franklin do to help set up our new nation?

• Helped write the declaration of independence, established fire and police departments, and formed an alliance with France

• Helped write the declaration of independence, established fire and police departments, and created the printing press

• Helped write Common Sense, established fire and police departments, and formed an alliance with France

• Helped write the declaration of independence, rode the Midnight Ride with Paul Revere, and formed an alliance with France

What was the purpose of the Treaty of Paris?

• Great Britain gave the US naval ships.

• The US gained independence from Great Britain.

• The US formed a friendship with just Paris.

• Paris gave the US the Statue of Liberty.

What document was sent to the king informing him of the colonists reasons for rebelling?

• Mayflower Compact

• Treaty of Paris

• Articles of Confederation

• Declaration of Independence

What are the 3 parts of the Declaration of Independence?

• Preamble, List of Grievances, Conclusion

• Preamble, Constitution, Conclusion

• Beginning, Middle, End

• Articles of Confederation, List of Grievances, Conclusion