REVOLUTIONARY WAR TEST REVIEW Miss Bowen 4 th Grade Social Studies

Why did King George III begin taxing the colonists? Question

King George III felt that the colonists were in debt to the English government because of the money and supplies he sent over to help them during the French and Indian War Why did King George III begin taxing the colonists?

What is a tax? Question

A tax is money paid for goods or services provided by the government. What is a tax?

What was the name of the law that stated that colonists had to pay a tax on all paper goods? Question

The Stamp Act What was the name of the law that stated that colonists had to pay a tax on all paper goods?

What was the name of the law that stated colonists had to pay a tax on glass, lead, paint, and tea (in addition to paper)? Question

The Townshend Act What was the name of the law that stated colonists had to pay a tax on glass, lead, paint, and tea (in addition to paper)?

What happened during the Boston Massacre? Question

Colonists, angry about the taxes that they were forces to pay, started arguing with the British soldiers stationed in Boston. They began throwing snowballs, and the soldiers responded by firing their guns. A few of the colonists were killed in this conflict. What happened during the Boston Massacre?

What happened during the Boston Tea Party? Question

Colonists, disguised as Native Americans, snuck on board British ships and threw the imported tea overboard to protest the taxes. What happened during the Boston Tea Party?

What did King George III do as a result of the Boston Tea Party? Question

After the Boston Tea Party, King George sent more troops to the colony, banned the colonists’ use of the Boston Harbor, and took away more of the colonists’ rights. What did King George III do as a result of the Boston Tea Party?

What decision was made at the First Continental Congress? Question

During the First Continental Congress, held in Philadelphia, the colonists decided to boycott English goods and to stand up for themselves the next time King George III tried to raise additional taxes. What decision was made at the First Continental Congress?

What happened during the Second Continental Congress? Question

The colonists were still unhappy living under British rule, and decided to declare their independence from England. The colonists also selected George Washington to be Commander and Chief of the American Army. What happened during the Second Continental Congress?

Who wrote the first draft of the Declaration of Independence? Question

Benjamin Franklin Who wrote the first draft of the Declaration of Independence?

When was the Declaration of Independence approved by congress? Question

July 4, 1776 When was the Declaration of Independence approved by congress?

What is the name given to the group of people who wanted to continue living under British rule? Question

Loyalists What is the name given to the group of people who wanted to continue living under British rule?

What did pacifists do to help the Patriots during the Revolutionary War? Question

Pacifists cared for sick and wounded soldiers. What did pacifists do to help the Patriots during the Revolutionary War?

What was the invention that was used to carry goods and weapons during the Revolutionary War? Question

The Conestoga Wagon What was the invention that was used to carry goods and weapons during the Revolutionary War?

Who was Fredrich Von Steuben? Question

Fredrich Von Steuben was a German officer who helped train Washington’s troops during the Revolutionary War. Who was Fredrich Von Steuben?

What role did the France play in the Revolutionary War? Question

Benjamin Franklin asked the French for help. The French King sent money, guns, soldiers, and ships to help the Patriots. What role did the France play in the Revolutionary War?

What important event happened on Christmas Day of 1776? Question

Washington’s troops crossed the Delaware Rive and surprised the English army in Trenton, NJ. What important event happened on Christmas Day of 1776?

Where did the Patriots spend the winter of 1777 after the English gained control of Philadelphia? Question

Washington’s army stayed in Valley Forge that winter to keep an eye on the English troops Where did the Patriots spend the winter of 1777 after the English gained control of Philadelphia?

Describe the conditions the soldiers endured during their stay at Valley Forge. Question

The troops lived in huts and tents, and had very little food to share. Many soldier died for illness and infections. Describe the conditions the soldiers endured during their stay at Valley Forge.

Where did the English surrender? Question

The English army surrendered in October of 1781 in Yorktown, Virginia, after being defeated by the patriots. Where did the English surrender?

Who was Mary Hays? Question

Mary Hays, or Molly Pitcher, brought water to soldiers and took over her husband’s post when he was wounded Who was Mary Hays?

Who was Sarah Bache? Question

Sarah Bache is the person who organized over 2,000 women to sew clothes for the troops Who was Sarah Bache?

Who was Betsy Ross? Question

Betsy Ross made our nation’s first flag, with 13 stars and stripes to represent the 13 colonies. Who was Betsy Ross?

What is the name of the first plan that was established for the U.S. government? Question

The Articles of Confederation What is the name of the first plan that was established for the U.S. government?

Name at least three problems with the Articles of Confederation. Question

There was no central government. There was no power to build an army or navy. There was no way to make citizens obey the laws. There was no way to make or collect taxes. There was no way to control trade among the states. There was no way to solve arguments between the states. Name at least three problems with the Articles of Confederation.

What is a delegate? Question

Someone chosen to represent their state at the Constitutional Convention. What is a delegate?

Which state did not send a delegate? Question

Rhode Island Which state did not send a delegate?

Which two issues did delegates disagree on at the Constitutional Convention? Question

Delegates argued over the issues of slavery and state representation. Smaller states were afraid that larger states would have the majority of the power. Southern States were unwilling to discuss the issue of slavery Which two issues did delegates disagree on at the Constitutional Convention?

Who is known as the father of the Constitution? Question

James Madison Who is known as the father of the Constitution?

What is the name for a change made to the Constitution? Question

An Amendment What is the name for a change made to the Constitution?

What is the name of the first ten amendments made to the constitution? Question

The Bill of Rights What is the name of the first ten amendments made to the constitution?

Since it has been approved, how many amendments have been made to the Constitution? Question

17 Since it has been approved, how many amendments have been made to the Constitution?

Which three cities have been the capital of our nation? Question

New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington D.C. Which three cities have been the capital of our nation?