American Revolutionary War

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What was the first battle of the American Revolution where the first shots were fired?

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Battle of Lexington

Front

Who is known for saying 'Give me Liberty or give me death'?

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Patrick Henry

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What was the purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

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To explain why the Colonists were breaking away from England.

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Who was the King of England during the American Revolution?

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King George III

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Who was a colonial leader that helped write the Declaration of Independence?

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Benjamin Franklin

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What year did the American Revolutionary War begin?

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1775

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What was the main reason the Colonists wanted independence from Britain?

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To gain freedom from British rule and unfair taxes.

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What was the significance of the Battle of Saratoga?

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It was a turning point in the war that convinced France to support the Colonists.

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What document officially ended the American Revolutionary War?

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The Treaty of Paris (1783)

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What was the role of George Washington during the American Revolutionary War?

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He was the commander of the Continental Army.