Study Guide: American Revolution

Front

Where was the first battle of the American Revolution? Boston, Jamestown, Lexington, New York

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Lexington

Front

What was the author’s purpose in writing “Common Sense”?

Back

The author was trying to convince people of the need to declare independence.

Front

The British had many advantages in the war, including ____.

Back

a strong navy and well-trained army

Front

________ was one of the writers of the Declaration of Independence.

Back

Thomas Jefferson

Front

During the battle of______________ the Americans ran out of ammo.

Back

Bunker Hill

Front

The Battle of Saratoga was a turning point in the war because it ______________________

Back

brought France into the war as an American ally.

Front

The battle that brought an end to the American Revolution was at ____________________.

Back

Yorktown

Front

During the Second Continental Congress, the Olive Branch Petition was sent to King George III that stated..

Back

that colonist wanted peace and to remain loyal to the King

Front

Why were some enslaved Africans motivated to join the British in the American Revolution?

Back

The British offered those enslaved their freedom if they joined the British against the Patriots ( Americans).

Front

Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?

Back

Thomas Jefferson