The Declaration Of Independence and The American Revolution

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Which event in 1773 led to the Intolerable Acts?

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The Boston Tea Party

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Why did Parliament pass the Stamp Act?

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To pay off war debts.

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Why did American colonists decide to take the action shown in the image to the left?

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To show they were angry about taxes.

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How did Parliament respond to the colonists throwing tea overboard?

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Parliament responded by passing laws that punish the colonists.

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What is the main way George Washington helped the Revolution?

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By leading the Continental Army.

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Why is July 4th celebrated in the United States?

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It was the date the colonist adopted the declaration for their independence.

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After which battle did the American colonies form an alliance with France? Options: Trenton, Concord, Saratoga, Yorktown

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Saratoga

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During which battle did the British surrender and end the war?

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Yorktown

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What do the stripes of the American flag represent?

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They represent the thirteen original colonies.

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According to the Declaration of Independence, what does every person have the right to?

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Life, Liberty, Pursuit of Happiness