"Give me liberty or give me death"

"All men are created equal, ... endowed by their Creator with certain

unalienable rights, ... among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness"

"No taxation without representation"

political protest that took place on December 16, 1773, in Boston, Massachusetts. It was a response to the Tea Act imposed by the British government, which granted the British East India Company a monopoly on tea sales in the American colonies. In protest of taxation without representation, American colonists, disguised as Native Americans, dumped 342 chests of British tea into the Boston Harbor, symbolizing their resistance to unfair taxation and government overreach.

document adopted on July 4, 1776, by the Continental Congress, declaring the thirteen American colonies as independent states and no longer a part of the British Empire. Written primarily by Thomas Jefferson, the Declaration is a philosophical statement that asserts the natural rights of individuals, including the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. It lists grievances against King George III and justifies the colonies' decision to break away from British rule.

also known as the Coercive Acts, were a series of punitive measures imposed by the British Parliament in 1774 as a response to the Boston Tea Party. The acts included the closure of the Boston Port, the suspension of the Massachusetts colonial government, the quartering of British troops in private homes, and the expansion of the Quartering Act. The Intolerable Acts were designed to assert British control over the colonies and punish Massachusetts for its resistance.

• passed by the British Parliament in 1764, was a law aimed at raising revenue from the American colonies by increasing duties on sugar and other goods imported into the colonies. It was part of a broader effort to offset the costs of maintaining British troops in the colonies after the French and Indian War. The Sugar Act contributed to growing tensions between the colonies and Britain, as it was seen as an example of taxation without colonial representation.

enacted by the British Parliament in 1765, imposed a direct tax on various printed materials in the American colonies, including newspapers, legal documents, and playing cards. The tax had to be paid by using special stamped paper, which carried a revenue stamp. The Stamp Act was met with widespread resistance in the colonies, leading to protests, boycotts, and the convening of the Stamp Act Congress. The opposition to the Stamp Act played a significant role in the development of American revolutionary sentiment.

Were volunteer militia members during the American Revolutionary War, primarily in the early stages. They were known for their ability to be ready for action at a minute's notice, hence the name "Minutemen." They played a crucial role in the early battles of the war, such as the Battles of Lexington and Concord.

A network of communication established by the American colonies in the 18th century. It was created to facilitate communication between the colonies and share information about British actions and colonial responses. These committees played a key role in organizing opposition to British policies and were instrumental in fostering colonial unity.

A group of American colonists who opposed British taxation and other policies in the years leading up to the American Revolution. They were responsible for organizing protests, boycotts, and acts of resistance against British rule. They played a significant role in events like the Boston Tea Party.

Women in colonial America who supported the patriotic cause during the American Revolution. They participated in non-importation agreements, encouraged the production of domestic goods, and found ways to contribute to the boycott of British goods. They played a vital role in shaping public opinion and supporting the colonial resistance.

Nickname for British soldiers during the American Revolutionary War. It referred to the distinctive red uniforms worn by the British Army at the time. The Redcoats were the regular army troops sent by the British government to enforce its policies and maintain control over the American colonies

He played a crucial role in shaping colonial opinion and policies through his writings, including the "Letters from a Farmer in Pennsylvania,

political activist and author whose pamphlet "Common Sense" played a huge role in promoting public sentiment in favor of independence.

He rode through the Massachusetts countryside warning colonists of the approaching British force & was the author of a famous picture of the Boston Massacre

He was a key organizer of the Sons of Liberty and played a crucial role in coordinating protests against British policies, such as the Stamp Act.

President of the Continental Congress, he was the first to sign the Declaration of Independence, famously writing his signature in large, bold letters.

means taking away or canceling a rule or law. It's like saying, "We don't need this rule anymore, so let's get rid of it."

group of people who come together to work on specific tasks or make decisions. It's similar to having a team to get things done.

just a fancy word for a rule or law that has been written down and agreed upon by the people in charge. It's like the instructions everyone agrees to follow.

means speaking or acting for someone else. In school, it's like when a student council member speaks up for what the students want. In the government, it's when people are chosen to speak for everyone in their town or area.

when the people in charge decide to collect money from everyone for a specific reason, like school supplies or fixing roads. It's like everyone chipping in a little bit to make something important happen.

Wrote the Olive Branch Petition

Signed the Declaration of Independence against Britian

People who stayed loyal or true to the British government during the American Revolution

Colonists who chose to fight for independence from Great Britian