Women and Native Americans in the Revolutionary War

The video explores the roles of women, African Americans, and Native Americans during the Revolutionary War. It highlights the contributions of women who managed farms, supported boycotts, and even fought in battles. Notable figures like Martha Washington, Deborah Sampson, and Abigail Adams are discussed. The video also covers African Americans' fight for freedom, with some gaining liberty through military service. Native American alliances are examined, showing their divided support between the British and Americans. The lesson concludes with a summary of the hardships faced and the diverse contributions to the war effort.

What was a major reason for the division among friends and families during the Revolutionary War?

• Religious differences

• Loyalty to the British crown

• Disagreements over land ownership

• Different economic interests

How did women contribute to the war effort while men were away fighting?

• They moved to other countries

• They worked as spies for the British

• They joined the army as soldiers

• They took over family farms and businesses

Which organization did women join to protest British policies before the war?

• Colonial Congress

• Sons of Liberty

• Patriot League

• Daughters of Liberty

Who was the woman that rode over 40 miles to warn of a British attack?

• Martha Washington

• Deborah Sampson

• Sybil Ludington

• Abigail Adams

What was Deborah Sampson known for during the Revolutionary War?

• Writing poems about freedom

• Pretending to be a man to fight

• Leading a protest against taxes

• Negotiating peace treaties

What was promised to enslaved African-Americans in exchange for fighting in the war?

• Political positions

• Land ownership

• Financial compensation

• Freedom

Who was James Armistead and what was his role in the war?

• A soldier in the British army

• A spy for George Washington

• A leader of the Daughters of Liberty

• A writer of revolutionary pamphlets

Why did some Native American groups side with the British during the Revolutionary War?

• They were against the idea of independence

• They were offered positions in the British government

• They wanted to stop settlers from moving west

• They were promised land in Europe

Which Native American leader hoped to stop settlers from moving west?

• Crazy Horse

• Sitting Bull

• Tecumseh

• Joseph Brant

What was the stance of most Native Americans at the beginning of the Revolutionary War?

• They supported the British

• They supported the Americans

• They remained neutral

• They formed their own independent nation