american revolution

• Why were the British in extreme debt before the American Revolution?

  Due to the 7 Years War expenses
• What notable acts were imposed on the American colonies to address British debt?

  The Sugar Act and Stamp Act
• What was the American response to the taxation laws imposed by the British?

  Formation of angry protest crowds
• How many people were killed during the Boston Massacre?

  5
• What did the "Sons of Liberty" do during the Boston Tea Party?

  Disguised as natives and dumped tea
• What was the purpose of the First Continental Congress?

  To file grievances against King George III
• What did the Second Continental Congress agree upon?

  To fight for independence
• Who wrote "Common Sense" and what was its impact?

  Thomas Paine; it popularized independence
• When was the Declaration of Independence passed?

  July 4, 1776
• Who was appointed as the commander of the unified American army?

  George Washington
• What was a significant American victory during the Revolutionary War?

  The victory at Saratoga
• What role did French aid play in the American Revolution?

  It helped Americans fight through to victory
• What was the outcome of the battles at Yorktown?

  General Cornwallis' surrender
• What did the Treaty of Paris accomplish?

  Official British recognition of American independence
• Who was appointed as the first US President?

  George Washington