American Revolution and Independence

Who said 'no taxation without representation!'?

• the American colonists

• British Parliament

• French Revolutionaries

• Spanish Conquistadors

What is a patriot?

• a person who loves and defends the country and upholds people's rights

• a person who only supports their country in times of war

• a person who criticizes their government openly

• a person who travels abroad frequently

What was the cause of the American Revolution?

• The American colonists wanted to be free of Great Britain and create a new nation.

• The colonists wanted to maintain their loyalty to the British crown.

• The colonists were seeking to expand their territory into Canada.

• The colonists were unhappy with the weather conditions in America.

What was the war called between the American colonist and Great Britain?

• The American Revolution

• The French and Indian War

• The War of 1812

• The Civil War

What is a legislature?

• a part of government that makes laws

• a group of citizens who vote

• a type of judicial system

• an organization that enforces laws

What is a constitution?

• a written plan for government

• a type of law that governs society

• a document outlining individual rights

• a set of rules for a sports team

Why is the Constitution important?

• It was the start of a new government called the United States of America.

• It established the first political party in the U.S.

• It was a document that ended the Civil War.

• It created the Bill of Rights to protect individual freedoms.

What was Paul Revere trying to do when he rode from Boston to Lexington?

• Warn the patriots/American colonists the British soldiers were coming.

• Deliver a message to the British soldiers.

• Gather supplies for the Continental Army.

• Lead a charge against the British forces.

What were three things included in the Declaration of Independence?

• 1. People have rights that the government must protect. 2. Complaints against the British king. 3. The colonies were now free and independent states.

• 1. The government can impose taxes without consent. 2. The colonies must remain loyal to the British crown. 3. The right to bear arms is guaranteed.

• 1. The king has absolute power over the colonies. 2. The colonies should pay for British protection. 3. The right to free speech is limited.

• 1. The colonies are required to follow British laws. 2. The king is a benevolent ruler. 3. The colonies have the right to self-govern.

What is tax?

• money paid to a government

• a type of investment

• a form of charity

• a fee for services rendered