American Revolution Overview

The colonists became frustrated with Great Britain due to various factors, notably the taxation without representation and restrictions on westward expansion. They protested through boycotts, petitions, and rallies.

As a member of the British Parliament, I would advise the King to consider the colonists' grievances, particularly their lack of representation in Parliament. Negotiating a compromise that addresses the grievances is critical to avoid escalating tensions.

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<p>To outline a list of grievances against King George III</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Patriots were colonists who actively chose to fight for independence from Great Britain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Loyalists were colonists who chose to remain loyal to the British Crown.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>Gage devised a secret plan to seize the weapons stored at Concord.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Sons of Liberty were a group of colonists who actively opposed British policies, particularly the Stamp Act in 1765.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Patriot spies, operating within Boston, discovered Gage's plan and relayed the information to Paul Revere.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Robert Newman was tasked with climbing into the steeple of the Old North Church and watching for the arrival of British soldiers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>One lantern meant the British were coming by land, two lanterns meant they were coming by sea</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>After observing two lanterns signaling the British soldiers' approach by sea, Revere and Dawes swiftly rode on horseback, alerting the surrounding areas of the impending attack.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Minutemen were members of the colonial militia who were prepared to respond to any call to action within a minute's notice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Approximately 70 armed Minutemen were waiting in Lexington when the British soldiers arrived.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The British troops were often referred to as Redcoats due to their distinctive red uniforms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The battle at Lexington was the first of the Revolutionary War; the Minutemen, vastly outnumbered, engaged in a fierce exchange of fire with the British soldiers, resulting in casualties on both sides.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The colonists sustained casualties, with 8 killed and 10 wounded in the confrontations at Lexington.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Samuel Prescott, another Patriot rider, warned the people of Concord about the approaching British. They were able to hide the weapons and supplies before the British arrived.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>In a display of anger and frustration, the British soldiers set some buildings ablaze.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Inspired by the alarms raised by Revere and Dawes, Patriots assembled from neighboring settlements and engaged in a pursuit of the retreating British soldiers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The British troops were met with heavy resistance in Boston.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Second Continental Congress was convened primarily due to King George III's unwillingness to address the colonists' grievances outlined in the Declaration of Rights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Second Continental Congress implored the states to create new state constitutions, symbolizing a commitment to self-governance and preparing for a potential war against the British.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Second Continental Congress authorized the formation of a Continental Army, uniting the colonies' military under a centralized force for a unified defense.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It marked a crucial step towards colonial unification and solidified their determination to wage a coordinated war against Great Britain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>George Washington was appointed as the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Olive Branch Petition was a final plea for reconciliation between the colonies and Great Britain. However, King George III rejected the petition, refusing to acknowledge its contents or engage in negotiations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Boston Patriots desperately needed supplies, including weapons, ammunition, and food, to sustain their ongoing resistance against the British forces.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Patriots dispatched Benedict Arnold and 400 soldiers to Fort Ticonderoga in New York state.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Patriots constructed fortifications on Breed's Hill, a strategic position overlooking Boston Harbor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The British forces needed to cross Boston Harbor to reach the Patriot's fortifications on Breed's Hill, facing a challenging uphill battle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>2,400</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>1,600</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The British required three attempts before ultimately seizing control of Breed's Hill.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The battle is commonly known as the Battle of Bunker Hill, despite most of the fighting taking place on Breed's Hill, due to a nearby hill called Bunker Hill.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>George Washington arrived in Boston after the conclusion of the Battle of Bunker Hill.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Washington was convinced the Continental Army required heavy artillery to effectively challenge the British presence in Boston and drive them out.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Washington dispatched Colonel Henry Knox to Fort Ticonderoga to retrieve the needed artillery to bolster the Continental Army's arsenal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Knox faced the daunting challenge of transporting heavy cannons and supplies over 300 miles of rugged terrain during the harsh conditions of winter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Washington strategically stationed his army on Dorchester Heights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dorchester Heights offered the Patriots a strategic advantage from a position where they could bombard the British forces in Boston.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Faced with increasing pressure from the Continental Army, General William Howe was forced to retreat to Canada on March 7.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>This individual faces a family divided by the conflict. Their father remains loyal to the British Crown, while their mother is a fierce Patriot, and their brother desires to join the Continental Army.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Paine's Common Sense was a powerful and persuasive pamphlet that articulated the colonists' concerns about British rule and argued for independence. It galvanized public opinion and played a critical role in promoting the idea of a unified American republic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Paine asserted that citizens should be the ones to make laws, not monarchs, challenging the established norms of monarchical rule and offering a compelling vision of a republic founded on the principles of individual liberty and consent of the governed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Continental Congress formed a committee to write the Declaration of Independence, formally announcing the break from Great Britain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Thomas Jefferson is considered the primary author of the Declaration of Independence. He wrote the foundational document that articulated the colonies' reasons for declaring independence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Declaration of Independence is based on three core principles: 1) All people possess unalienable rights that include rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. 2) King George III violated colonial rights by imposing taxes without their consent. 3) The colonies had the right to break away from Great Britain because King George III broke the social contract, which outlined the agreement between the people and the ruler - that if the ruler fails to protect the people’s rights, the people are no longer bound by this agreement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Continental Congress formally approved the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The signing of the Declaration made the rebellion a full-scale revolt against Britain, escalating the conflict and solidifying colonial determination to fight for independence. Those who supported the declaration were seen as traitors by the British.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Over 50,000 Loyalists chose to flee their homeland, seeking refuge primarily in British-controlled Canada.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Declaration of Independence did not address the rights of women, enslaved Africans, and Native Americans.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Abigail Adams, a staunch advocate for women's rights, sought to influence her husband, John Adams, to include the rights of women in the Declaration of Independence but was ultimately unsuccessful.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Declaration of Independence failed to condemn slavery due to the deep-rooted societal structures and economic interests that relied on enslaved labor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The British, seeking to bolster their military force, issued Lord Dunmore's Proclamation, promising enslaved Africans their freedom if they joined the British side in fighting against the Patriots.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>In response to the British's attempts to enlist enslaved Africans, Washington ultimately authorized slaves to serve in the Continental Army, seeking to counter the British strategy and bolster his forces.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Women played pivotal roles in managing farms and businesses, assisting with communication efforts, providing medical care to wounded soldiers, and even engaging in espionage for the Patriot cause.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Molly Pitcher, whose real name was Mary Ludwig Hays, was a dedicated supporter of the Patriots. She initially provided water to soldiers on the battlefield and eventually took her husband's place, manning a cannon and tending to the wounded soldiers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Deborah Sampson, a determined Patriot, disguised herself as a man to enlist in the Continental Army, bravely serving in combat for a period before her true identity was ultimately uncovered.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Patriots aimed to invade British-controlled Canada, hoping to secure it as the 14th colony and extend their territorial reach.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>General Richard Montgomery successfully led the Patriots to capture Montreal in November 1775.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>General Benedict Arnold led a contingent of Patriots north from Maine, aiming to reach Quebec.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The combined forces, led by Arnold and Montgomery, were decisively defeated at the Battle of Quebec during a blizzard on New Year's Eve.</p> Signup and view all the answers