The Battle of Bunker Hill

Phillis Wheatley

• A famous African American poet who inspired the colonists

• A revolutionary war hero

• A prominent abolitionist leader

• A well-known novelist of the 18th century

Thomas Jefferson

• Primary author of the Declaration of Independence

• First President of the United States

• Leader of the Federalist Party

• Author of the Bill of Rights

What were the outcomes of the Battle of Bunker Hill for the Americans?

• The Americans won decisively and gained control of the city.

• The Americans were defeated but still proved they could win the war.

• The Americans suffered heavy losses and retreated immediately.

• The Americans negotiated a peace treaty with the British.

currency

• A type of investment

• The type of money used in a particular place.

• A form of digital payment

• A method of exchanging goods

The Enlightenment

• A period of time when philosophers were trying to use knowledge and reason to improve people’s lives.

• A time when people rejected all forms of government and authority.

• An era characterized by the rise of superstition and religious dogma.

• A movement focused solely on artistic expression and creativity.

How did George Washington feel about leading the Continental Army?

• He was very confident and eager to lead.

• He was indifferent and did not care much about it.

• He was very nervous about leading the Continental Army.

• He was excited and looking forward to the challenge.

blockade

• A type of celebration or festival.

• An obstacle that prevents the movement of certain people or goods.

• A method of communication between two parties.

• A legal document for property transfer.

What were the Americans risking by signing the Declaration of Independence?

• They could have lost their lives if the United States lost the war.

• They could have lost their property and wealth.

• They could have faced imprisonment for treason.

• They could have been exiled from their colonies.

Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?

• George Washington

• Benjamin Franklin

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

John Hancock

• The first governor of Massachusetts and president of the Second Continental Congress.

• A famous American author and philosopher.

• The first president of the United States.

• A prominent British general during the American Revolution.