G6 U6 Road to Independence

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What events led to a meeting of the Second Continental Convention?

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the Battles of Lexington and Concord

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Who was chosen to draft the Declaration of Independence because of his great writing skills and perfect penmanship?

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Thomas Jefferson

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When was the Declaration of Independence approved?

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July 4, 1776

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Ways women helped in the American Revolution?

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They sewed uniforms, cooked, nursed, and acted as spies.

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How did Phyllis Wheatly contribute to the American Revolution?

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She encouraged enslaved Africans and people of color to join the Patriots in the fight.

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How were the Battles of Trenton and Princeton similar?

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They were both surprise attacks that led to American victories.

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Why was the Battle of Trenton such a success?

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The Americans attacked the night following Christmas Day; the Hessians never expected it.

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Why was the Battle of Saratoga considered a turning point in the war?

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All of these.