The Declaration of Independence Chapter 6 The Declaration of Independence

6.2 The War Begins Who did John Adams Propose should be commander-in-chief of the Continental Army? What was the main reason he suggested this person?

6.2 The War Begins Who did John Adams Propose should be commander-in-chief of the Continental Army? What was the main reason he suggested this person?

6.2 The War Begins Who did John Adams Propose should be commander-in-chief of the Continental Army? What was the main reason he suggested this person? John Adams proposed George Washington be commander-in-chief. He believed that Washington, with his talent and character, would unite the colonies better than anyone else.

6.2 The War Begins

6.2 The War Begins

6.2 The War Begins

6.2 The War Begins

6.2 The War Begins

6.2 The War Begins

6.3 The Siege of Boston

Ticonderoga (winter 1775-1776) 6.3 The Siege of Boston Ticonderoga (winter 1775-1776)

Ticonderoga (winter 1775-1776) 6.3 The Siege of Boston Ticonderoga (winter 1775-1776) Sketch could show Americans loading up supplies of cannons and ammunition. Caption: The Continental army was able to increase their supplies enough to attack Boston

Ticonderoga (winter 1775-1776) 6.3 The Siege of Boston Ticonderoga (winter 1775-1776)

6.3 The Siege of Boston Boston (March 4, 1776)

6.3 The Siege of Boston Boston (March 4, 1776) Sketch could show British troops and Loyalists leaving Boston on ships. Caption: The Continental army was able to regain Boston with very little bloodshed, and the British fled to Canada.

6.3 The Siege of Boston Boston (March 4, 1776)

6.4 Towards Independence

6.4 Towards Independence Olive Branch Petition

6.4 Towards Independence Olive Branch Petition Written to King George Colonists ask for an end to the quarrels They hope for peace. Give solutions to the problems between Great Britain and the colonies. King George rejects it. King George calls colonists traitors.

6.4 Towards Independence

6.4 Towards Independence Common Sense

6.4 Towards Independence Common Sense Written to colonists. Claims Great Britain has hurt the colonists. Thousands of colonists are persuaded to declare independence. Give solutions to the problems between Great Britain and the colonies

6.5 Thomas Jefferson Drafts a Declaration

6.5 Thomas Jefferson Drafts a Declaration Break-Up-Letter You are going to write a letter to an imaginary boy/girlfriend and break up with them Start your letter with a salutation Dear _______________, Explain what is about to happen (1-2 Sentences) Explain how you thought the relationship was going to be or tell how you think it should be. (2+ sentences)

6.5 Thomas Jefferson Drafts a Declaration Break-Up-Letter Describe specific things you found wrong with the relationship or situation (3 or more things) Describe how you tried to change the relationship or situation (2+things) Explain your final feelings and your final decision (1-2 sentences) Closing Sincerely, Peace Out, Don’t Call Me, etc

6.5 Thomas Jefferson Drafts a Declaration This is how you wrote your letter. The Declaration of Independence was essentially the American colonies breaking up with England. Now look at the your letter and lets label the different parts.

6.5 Thomas Jefferson Drafts a Declaration Preamble: you explained what was about to happen. DOI: states it is necessary to politically separate American and England Statement of Beliefs: You explained how you thought the relationship was going to be or how it should have been DOI: all men are created equal rights are given to them by their Creator not by the people running the government Life, Liberty, Happiness

6.5 Thomas Jefferson Drafts a Declaration List of Complaints: You described specific things you found wrong with the relationship or situation DOI: The founding fathers are describing the events the King has done against them such as: Called for meetings to break people down in order to sign agreement Keeping soldiers ready to fight against America Cut off trade with others taxation without Representation No Jury during a trial Destroyed property and lives

6.5 Thomas Jefferson Drafts a Declaration Steps taken to address: You described how you tried to change the relationship or situation DOI: The colonists did the following before breaking apart from England: warned them reminded them of the situation appealed to them But England “fell Deaf” to their voices; there fore it was necessary for the colonist to take it to the next step

6.5 Thomas Jefferson Drafts a Declaration Declaration: You explained your final feelings and your final decision DOI: the colonies will now be independent from England and they will now be free, independent states “It is too late to apologize”

6.5 Thomas Jefferson Drafts a Declaration Preamble: you explained what was about to happen. Statement of Beliefs: You explained how you thought the relationship was going to be or how it should have been List of Complaints: You described specific things you found wrong with the relationship or situation Steps taken to address: You described how you tried to change the relationship or situation Declaration: You explained your final feelings and your final decision

6.6 The Final Break