In the Declaration of Independence, America's founders defined unalienable rights as including “__________, __________, and the pursuit of happiness.” These rights are considered inherent in all persons and cannot be taken away.

In 1787, Congress awarded John Paul Jones the Congressional Gold Medal in honor of his "valor and brilliant services" during the Revolutionary War. What was his accomplishment?

John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and John Jay represented the United States and signed the Treaty of Paris. It marked the official end of the American Revolutionary War and _______________________.

What was the role of Marquis De Lafayette in the American Revolution?

This quote has to do with:  "All mankind... being all equal and independent, no one ought to harm another in his life, health, liberty or possessions."   

- John Locke

True or False: The colonists viewed England as being unjust, so they decided to create their own government outside of England's control.

The particularly severe winter of 1777-1778 proved to be a great trial for the American army, and of the 11,000 soldiers stationed at the base, hundreds died from disease. However, the suffering troops were held together by loyalty to the Patriot cause and to General Washington, who stayed with his men.

This is a description of what event?

Thomas Paine's pamphlet Common Sense focused on what?

What is a grievance?

"He has quartered large bodies of armed troops among us"

"He has cut off our trade with all parts of the world"

"He has imposed taxes on us without our consent"

The grievances above are from which document?

What style of combat enabled the American militia to defeat the British army at the Battle of Concord?

What was significant about the Battle of Lexington and Concord?

The Battle of ______________ was a turning point in the Revolutionary War. The American defeat of the superior British army lifted patriot morale, furthered the hope for independence, and helped to secure the foreign support needed to win the war. It was also the entrance of France in the war on the American side.

“Remember the Ladies!  If particular care and attention is not paid to the ladies, we are determined to foment a rebellion, and will not hold ourselves bound by any laws in which we have no voice, or representation.”

Who was the above quote from?

Which phrase refers to the opening shot of the battles of Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775, which began the American Revolutionary War and led to the creation of the United States of America.

"Whilst under bombardment from both the French fleet and Washington's Continentals, I quickly realized there was no choice but to surrender..." in 1781. 

Who said the above quote?

"Whilst under bombardment from both the French fleet and Washington's Continentals, I quickly realized there was no choice but to surrender..." in 1781 by General Cornwallis. 

Which Battle did this quote come from?

British Advantages

             Wealth, Large, Well-trained, Large Navy, ____________ Leaders

"I am a representative for Virginia at the 2nd Continental Congress and I authored the Declaration of Independence."

Who is it?

"I am an African American spy who reports information on British troop movements to the Americans."

Who is it?

"Great Britain is our rightful sovereign. The good King has afforded us his royal protection, and we owe him our continued allegiance."

Who is it?

Why would the physical geography of this location on the map contribute to the victory of Revolutionary forces?

What was the date of the Battle of Lexington and Concord?

What was the date of the Battle of Yorktown?

What was the date of the Battle of Saratoga?

What was the date of the Declaration of Independence?

I. Battle of Saratoga

II. Declaration of Independence

III. Battle of Yorktown

IV. Battles of Lexington and Concord

Put these battles in order.

This person served as commander of the Continental Army, and it was his greatest contribution to his country.

"Is life so dear or peace so sweet as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God! I know not what course others may take, but as for me, give me liberty, or give me death!" - March 23, 1775

Which Patriot leader said the above quote?

1. The Mississippi River formed the western border of the United States.

2. Britain recognized the United States as an independent nation.

3. Britain would return enslaved persons captured during the war.

All of these terms belong to which document?

"...that to secure these rights, governments are instituted among men..." - Declaration of Independence, 1776

What was the point of this quote?

The Battle of Yorktown proved to be the decisive engagement of the American Revolution. The British surrender forecast the end of British rule in the colonies and the birth of a new nation—the United States of America. What role did the French play in this Battle?

- Patriot leader, fought at Saratoga

- Messenger for the Committee of Safety

- Alerted colonists of British invasion

- First African American elected to public office

Which Revolutionary Leader does this describe?

Why were colonists were unhappy about their lack of representation in the British parliament? This was a grievance in the Declaration of Independence.

“These are the times that try men's souls. The summer soldier and the sunshine patriot will, in this crisis, shrink from the service of their country; but he that stands by it now, deserves the love and thanks of man and woman." - Thomas Paine, The Crisis

What was George Washington's purpose for reading this excerpt to his troops during the winter at Valley Forge?

Which Patriot leader served as the ambassador to France during the Revolution, and helped secure French aid for the Continental Army?

What is a Writs of Assistance?

What were some contributions of the French to the colonists during the American Revolution?

In what battle did the French become allies with the colonists?