American Revolution

The British were convinced they had the divine right to rule, and the colonists had a duty to obey.

What does CONVINCED mean?

• wishing

• positive

• unsure

• wondering if

Each side had their own perspectives and reasons for fighting in the American Revolution.

What does PERSPECTIVES mean?

• weapons

• confusions

• viewpoints

George Washington and the colonists wanted independence from Britain.

What does INDEPENDENCE mean?

• slavery

• freedom

• money

• taxes

Paul Revere used his engraving as propaganda to make it seem like the Boston Massacre was all the fault of the British.

What is PROPAGANDA?

• a car you can drive

• information to influence public opinion

• a chicken dish

The British who occupied Boston were taunted by the colonists.

What does TAUNTED mean?

• to tell jokes with

• to pay someone

• to tease in a mean way

The Boston Massacre was one of the first conflicts that led to the war.

What does CONFLICT mean?

• serious argument or fight

• meeting

• agreement

The Sons of Liberty began organizing protests against the British.

What does LIBERTY mean?

• slavery

• dependence

• freedom

Who believed that King George was the "Father of the People?"

• British

• Colonists

Who thought King George was a "Royal Brute?"

• British

• Colonists

Who thought Americans should pay their "fair share" of taxes?

• British

• Colonists