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What marked the beginning of the American Revolution?
What marked the beginning of the American Revolution?
- The shot heard round the world (correct)
- The Declaration of Independence
- The signing of the Treaty of Paris
- The Battle of Gettysburg
Which event is considered a turning point in the Civil War?
Which event is considered a turning point in the Civil War?
- The Siege of Vicksburg
- The Battle of Antietam
- The surrender at Appomattox Court House
- The Battle of Gettysburg (correct)
What significant outcome resulted from the American Civil War?
What significant outcome resulted from the American Civil War?
- Creation of the United Nations
- Independence of Southern states
- The expansion of territory for the Confederate states
- The preservation of the Union and abolition of slavery (correct)
What was declared in the Declaration of Independence?
What was declared in the Declaration of Independence?
When did the American Revolution take place?
When did the American Revolution take place?
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The American Revolution (1775-1783)
- War fought between Great Britain and thirteen colonies that formed the United States.
- Aimed at achieving independence and freedom from British control.
- Initiated with the "shot heard round the world" during the Battle of Lexington and Concord.
- Concluded with the signing of the Treaty of Paris in 1783, which recognized U.S. independence.
- The Declaration of Independence, signed in 1776, marked the colonies' formal intention to separate from Britain and established foundational principles for the U.S.
The Civil War (1861-1865)
- A conflict between Northern states (Union) and Southern states (Confederacy) centered around slavery and states' rights.
- One of the deadliest wars in U.S. history, leading to significant loss of life and national division.
- Resulted in the abolition of slavery through the passage of the 13th Amendment.
- The Battle of Gettysburg in 1863 was a pivotal Union victory, marking a significant defeat for the Confederacy and altering the war’s momentum in favor of the North.
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