Revolutionary War Flashcard

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Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?

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Thomas Jefferson

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When was the Treaty of Paris signed?

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September 3, 1783

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Name one group that fought in the Revolutionary War.

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American colonies

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Who was the leader of the Continental Army?

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George Washington

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What was the main reason for the American Revolution?

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Desire for independence from British rule and establishment of a democratic government

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What did the Declaration of Independence declare?

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Independence from British rule

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Which country did the Treaty of Paris recognize as independent?

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United States

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Name one important Virginian who played a role in the Revolutionary War.

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George Washington

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What was the name of the group of American colonists who supported the British during the Revolutionary War?

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Loyalists

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What was the significance of the Battle of Yorktown in the Revolutionary War?

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It was the last major battle of the Revolutionary War, resulting in the surrender of British forces and ultimately leading to the independence of the United States.