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Which statement reflects Benjamin Franklin's sentiment regarding colonial unity?
Which statement reflects Benjamin Franklin's sentiment regarding colonial unity?
- Each colony should maintain its own military force to protect against external threats.
- Colonies must unite, or they will face dire consequences. (correct)
- Colonies should negotiate individual treaties with foreign powers to maximize trade opportunities.
- Individual colonies should pursue their interests independently to foster competition and growth.
What was a key advantage held by the British forces during the American Revolution?
What was a key advantage held by the British forces during the American Revolution?
- A well-equipped army and a larger navy. (correct)
- Familiarity with the American terrain, allowing for guerilla warfare tactics.
- The unwavering support of the colonial population, ensuring ample supplies and recruits.
- A strong alliance with local Native American tribes, providing crucial intelligence.
In 1775, what strategic move did the British Army make in Boston?
In 1775, what strategic move did the British Army make in Boston?
- They launched a surprise attack on the colonial militia, aiming to quickly end the conflict.
- They fortified their position, seeking shelter from the growing colonial militia. (correct)
- They initiated peace negotiations with colonial leaders, seeking a diplomatic resolution.
- They evacuated the city to consolidate their forces elsewhere.
What tactical decision did the colonial militia make on the night of June 16, 1775, leading up to the Battle of Bunker Hill?
What tactical decision did the colonial militia make on the night of June 16, 1775, leading up to the Battle of Bunker Hill?
What were the approximate troop numbers for the British and Colonial forces at the Battle of Bunker Hill?
What were the approximate troop numbers for the British and Colonial forces at the Battle of Bunker Hill?
What was the outcome of the Battle of Bunker Hill?
What was the outcome of the Battle of Bunker Hill?
What was Israel Putnam's famous order during the Battle of Bunker Hill?
What was Israel Putnam's famous order during the Battle of Bunker Hill?
What did 'fighting for their freedom' describe in the context of the American Colonies?
What did 'fighting for their freedom' describe in the context of the American Colonies?
What was the historical timeframe of the American Colonies?
What was the historical timeframe of the American Colonies?
What advantage did the British army have, relative to the Patriots?
What advantage did the British army have, relative to the Patriots?
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American Colonies Period
American Colonies Period
The years in which the American Colonies existed.
"We must hang together..."
"We must hang together..."
A quote by Benjamin Franklin urging unity among the colonies.
Patriots
Patriots
People fighting for their freedom in the American Revolution.
British Strengths
British Strengths
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Night before Bunker Hill
Night before Bunker Hill
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Battle of Bunker Hill
Battle of Bunker Hill
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"Don't fire until you see..."
"Don't fire until you see..."
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Study Notes
- The American Colonies existed from 1776-1783
- "We must hang together, or assuredly we shall all hang separately..." - Benjamin Franklin
Patriots
- Fought for their freedom
British
- More equipped army
- Larger navy
- Better trained soldiers/use to fighting
- Undefeated
- The British Army had taken shelter in Boston
- In 1775, the British were quickly surrounded by more and more Colonial Militia
Battle of Bunker Hill
- On the night of June 16, 1775, the Colonial militia quietly set up entrenchments on Breed's Hill, so they could fire at any ship in Boston Harbor
- On June 17, 1775, around 2500 British soldiers attacked 1200 Colonial militia entrenched on Breed's Hill inside Boston Harbor
- After 3 assaults and over 1000 British casualties, the Americans pulled out
- "Don't fire until you see the whites of their eyes" - Israel Putnam
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