Key Events of the American Revolution

Front

What city did the First Continental Congress meet in?

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Philadelphia

Front

What act removed British protection from the colonies?

Back

Prohibitory Act

Front

When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?

Back

1776

Front

What was a major turning point in the War for Independence?

Back

Battle of Saratoga

Front

Where did Washington and the Patriot army spend the winter of 1777-1778?

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Valley Forge

Front

The first shots for the War of Independence were fired at Lexington and Concord on April 19, ______?

Back

1775

Front

Who was the leader of the Green Mountain Boys?

Back

Ethan Allen

Front

Who is the author of Common Sense?

Back

Thomas Paine

Front

Who led the committee that prepared the Declaration of Independence?

Back

Thomas Jefferson

Front

What was the first major battle of the War for Independence?

Back

Battle of Bunker Hill