Questions and Answers
Why did the colonists fight the British? (Select all that apply)
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?
July 4, 1776
Name three of the original 13 states.
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What happened at the Constitutional Convention?
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When was the Constitution written?
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Name one writer of the Federalist Papers.
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What is one thing Benjamin Franklin is famous for?
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Who is known as the 'Father of Our Country'?
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Who was the first President?
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What territory did the United States buy from France in 1803?
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Name one war fought by the United States in the 1800s.
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Name the U.S. war between the North and the South.
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Name one problem that led to the Civil War.
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What was one important thing that Abraham Lincoln did?
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What did the Emancipation Proclamation do?
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What did Susan B. Anthony do?
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Name one war fought by the United States in the 1900s.
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Who was President during World War I?
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Who was President during the Great Depression and World War II?
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Who did the United States fight in World War II?
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Before he was President, Eisenhower was a general. What war was he in?
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Study Notes
Causes of Conflict with the British
- Colonists opposed high taxes due to "taxation without representation."
- Presence of British soldiers in colonists' homes led to resentment (boarding and quartering).
- Lack of self-governance prompted the desire for independence.
Declaration of Independence
- Authored by Thomas Jefferson.
- Adopted on July 4, 1776, marking the colonies' formal break from British rule.
Original 13 States
- New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia.
Constitutional Convention
- Took place in 1787, where the U.S. Constitution was drafted by the Founding Fathers.
The Federalist Papers
- A series of writings supporting the ratification of the Constitution.
- Key authors included James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and John Jay, writing collectively under the pseudonym Publius.
Benjamin Franklin's Contributions
- Renowned as a U.S. diplomat and the oldest member of the Constitutional Convention.
- First Postmaster General of the United States and author of "Poor Richard's Almanac."
- Instrumental in establishing the first free libraries.
George Washington
- Known as the "Father of Our Country."
- First President of the United States.
Louisiana Purchase
- In 1803, the U.S. acquired the Louisiana Territory from France, significantly expanding its land.
Wars in the 1800s
- Conflicts included the War of 1812, Mexican-American War, the Civil War, and the Spanish-American War.
Civil War
- Fought between the North and South, also known as the War between the States.
- Major issues leading to the conflict included slavery, economic disagreements, and states' rights.
Abraham Lincoln's Achievements
- Issued the Emancipation Proclamation, which freed slaves in Confederate states.
- Played a crucial role in preserving the Union during the Civil War.
Women's Rights Movement
- Susan B. Anthony notably fought for women's rights and broader civil rights.
U.S. Wars in the 1900s
- Major conflicts included World War I, World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the Persian Gulf War.
Presidents and Major Events
- Woodrow Wilson served as President during World War I.
- Franklin Roosevelt was President during the Great Depression and World War II.
Combatants in World War II
- The United States fought against Japan, Germany, and Italy.
Dwight D. Eisenhower
- Before his presidency, served as a general in World War II.
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This quiz explores the reasons why the American colonists fought against British rule, focusing on key issues such as taxation, self-government, and the presence of British troops. It also touches on the significance of the Declaration of Independence and its authorship.
