The American Revolution: Road to Independence

What is the main idea of the passage?

• The battles of the American Revolution.

• The Declaration of Independence.

• The American Revolution as a struggle for independence and identity.

• The role of George Washington in the Revolution.

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Main idea

Why did the author write this passage?

• To persuade readers to learn about the American Revolution.

• To inform readers about the American Revolution and its significance.

• To entertain readers with stories from the American Revolution.

• To argue that the American Revolution was unnecessary.Au

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Author's purpose

Based on the passage, what can you infer about the colonists' attitude towards British rule?

• They were indifferent to British policies.

• They fully supported British taxes.

• They were unhappy and sought independence.

• They preferred British rule over self-governance.

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Evidence and inferences

What does "sovereignty" mean in the passage?

• A type of government.

• The act of signing a treaty.

• Supreme power or authority.

• A military strategy.

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Vocabulary