Animated War Map Flashcard

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What was the rallying cry of the American colonists?

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No taxation without representation

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Where did the first battle of the American Revolution take place?

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Lexington

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Who was appointed as the leader of the Continental Army?

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George Washington

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Which European country signed an alliance with the United States during the American Revolution?

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France

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Where did the Continental Army suffer through a brutal winter?

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Valley Forge

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Which American victory led to France signing an alliance with the United States?

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Saratoga

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Which British general surrendered at Yorktown?

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Cornwallis

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How long did the American Revolution last?

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8 years

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What was the main question being tested during the American Revolution? Options: Can people overthrow a king?, Can people win a war?, Can people live without taxes?, Can people govern themselves?

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Can people govern themselves?

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What was the outcome of the American Revolution?

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The United States won their independence