The belief that led to the decisions made by the Second Continental Congress was:

The belief in independence from British rule

The belief in maintaining loyalty to the British crown

The belief in forming alliances with other European nations

The belief in expanding westward

What were some of the actions taken by the Second Continental Congress?

Declared independence from Britain

Signed the Treaty of Versailles

Thomas Paine believed that monarchy was a foolish way to run a country because:

it concentrated power in the hands of one individual.

it promoted democracy and equality.

it was the most efficient form of government.

it was based on scientific principles.

What was the impact of 'Common Sense' on the American colonies?

It inspired the American colonies to seek independence from Britain.

It had no impact on the American colonies.

It strengthened the British rule in the American colonies.

It led to the American colonies forming an alliance with France.

In the first part of the Declaration of Independence, what specific ideals did Jefferson and his fellow colonists believe to be true?

Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness

Taxation without representation

According to Jefferson, what is the role of government, and what should people do if a government fails to protect their rights?

The role of government is to protect the rights of the people, and if it fails, the people have the right to alter or abolish it.

The role of government is to maintain order, and if it fails, the people should accept it.

The role of government is to collect taxes, and if it fails, the people should pay more.

The role of government is to expand territory, and if it fails, the people should support it.

The painting by John Trumbull depicts which historical event?

The Signing of the Declaration of Independence

The Surrender of Lord Cornwallis

What did Jefferson argue the British government had done?

Violated the rights of the colonists

Supported the American Revolution

The Continental Army was:

the military force established by the Second Continental Congress during the American Revolution

a group of European mercenaries

The flag called 'The Continental Colors' indicated:

The unity of the American colonies

The British rule over the colonies

The French alliance with the colonies

The independence of the American colonies

At the beginning of the war between the British and the colonists, who seemed most likely to win the war, and why?

The British, because they had a well-trained army and more resources.

The colonists, because they had a strong will to fight for their independence.

The French, because they were secretly supporting the colonists.

The Spanish, because they wanted to expand their territory.

What did the commander of each regiment in the Continental Army do according to the image?

Read the Declaration of Independence to his troops

In the summer of 1776, where did the British and Continental armies engage in a battle?

The British and Continental armies engaged in a battle in New York.

The British and Continental armies engaged in a battle in Boston.

The British and Continental armies engaged in a battle in Philadelphia.

The British and Continental armies engaged in a battle in Charleston.

Why did George Washington retreat along the Hudson River into New Jersey in November 1776?

To regroup and strengthen his forces

What significant event took place on December 25, 1776, involving George Washington?

The crossing of the Delaware River

The signing of the Declaration of Independence

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What big decision did the colonists make as a result of shots fired in Massachusetts and speeches delivered in Pennsylvania?

They decided to declare independence from Britain.

They decided to negotiate peace with Britain.

They decided to increase trade with Britain.

They decided to form an alliance with France.

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Chapter 4: Shots and Speeches

What big decision did the colonists make as a result of shots fired in Massachusetts and speeches delivered in Pennsylvania?

By what date had the British army retreated from Concord back to Boston?

How many casualties did the British army suffer by the time they retreated to Boston?

What were the names of the two hills overlooking Boston Harbor where the militia set up cannons?

Who was the commander that knew his men did not have much ammunition?

What was the outcome of the first attack by the British troops during the Battle of Bunker Hill?

The Battle of Bunker Hill is considered a victory for the British because:

The Battle of Bunker Hill was actually fought on ________ Hill.

How many representatives attended the Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia during the Battle of Bunker Hill?

The belief that led to the decisions made by the Second Continental Congress was:

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