American History Flashcard

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Who helped get money to support the Continental Army?

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Haym Salomon

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Who was chosen to command the Continental Army?

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George Washington

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What was the purpose of the pamphlet, Common Sense?

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To stir people up to rebel against the king

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What was the last appeal to King George III to avoid war?

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Olive Branch Petition

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How do we know that Washington was liked and respected by all the delegates?

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He was unanimously voted to lead the army

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What was the main idea of Common Sense?

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Encouraging independence from Britain

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What role did Haym Salomon play during the American Revolution?

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Financier for the Continental Army

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What document declared the American colonies' independence from Britain?

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The Declaration of Independence

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Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?

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Thomas Jefferson

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What was the significance of the Olive Branch Petition?

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It was an attempt to avoid war with Britain.