Topic 18: Lesson 1 The American Revolution 24-25

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The American Revolution was inspired by which time period in history? Options: Enlightenment period, Middle Ages, Industrial Revolution, Renaissance period

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Enlightenment period

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The Americans wanted more of a say in the British government and taxation. What was their slogan in support of this belief?

Back

No taxation without representation

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What was the goal of the Declaration of Independence?

Back

To explain why the colonies were separating from Great Britain.

Front

What was an effect of the debt caused by the war between Britain and France?

Back

The British started to tax the colonies.

Front

What major philosopher inspired the Declaration of Independence?

Back

John Locke

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What was the importance of the Battle of Saratoga?

Back

The colonists would form an alliance with France afterwards.

Front

What major nation helped the colonists win the war?

Back

France

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What was the treaty that ended the American Revolution?

Back

Treaty of Paris

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How did the American Revolution inspire the French Revolution?

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Winning the war put France in debt and they saw that it was possible to win a revolt.

Front

Which event marked the beginning of the American Revolutionary War? Options: The Boston Tea Party, The Battle of Lexington and Concord, The Siege of Yorktown, The signing of the Declaration of Independence

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The Battle of Lexington and Concord