Key Figures in the American Revolution

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Who was the commander of the Continental Army during the American Revolution?

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George Washington

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Which pamphlet, written by Thomas Paine, became a bestseller among the revolutionary elite?

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Common Sense

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Fill in the blank: Phillis Wheatley was the first African-American woman to have a book of poetry ________.

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Published

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What was the primary role of Thomas Jefferson in the American Revolution?

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Author of the Declaration of Independence

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Fill in the blank: Paul Revere was famous for his ride to warn of the British arrival before the first armed conflicts of the revolution at ________.

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Lexington and Concord

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Who helped gain support from the French to aid in the American Revolution?

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Benjamin Franklin

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Fill in the blank: The Declaration of Independence was a response to the ________ of the British government.

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Tyranny

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Fill in the blank: John Adams promoted the cause of independence by opposing ________.

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Taxation

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Who was the first president of the United States?

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George Washington

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Fill in the blank: Patrick Henry was known for his famous 'Give me liberty or give me ________' speech.

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Death