1st Semester Review US History

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Which of the following was NOT an advantage of the Patriots? fighting for personal freedom, fighting on their own land, strong leadership of George Washington

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plenty of weapons and supplies

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Which of the following was NOT an advantage of the British? supported by the wealth of their large empire, help of mercenaries and loyalists, strongest navy in the world, well-trained army

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fighting for their independence

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What was the winter of 1777-1778 at Valley Forge like for the Continental Army?

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the army struggled at Valley Forge due to supply shortages

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What was the significance of the Treaty of Paris (1783)?

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The British recognized the United States as an independent nation.

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First armed conflict of the war; known as “shot heard round the world.”

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Lexington and Concord

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This Continental victory convinces the French to enter the war against Britain.

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Saratoga

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The rights listed above were -

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Defined by Thomas Jefferson in the Declaration of Independence.

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This man started on the Patriot side, but committed treason and ended up as a British soldier.

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Benedict Arnold

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What were the Federalists and Anti-Federalists?

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The Federalists were supporters of the Constitution, while the Anti-Federalists were against its ratification.

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Which amendment in the Constitution starts the Bill of Rights?

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First Amendment