What actions did the delegates at the Second Continental Congress take?
They sent an Olive Branch Petition to the king, created the Continental Army and appointed Washington as commander before deciding to declare independence.
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What advantage did the Continental Army have over the British?
They were familiar with the land
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During what years did the American Revolution occur?
1775-1783
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What were some of the grievances the colonists had against King George III? (at least 4)
1. denied trial by jury
2. taxation without representation
3. quartering of troops
4. cutting off trade
5. ignored petitions
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In which event did British General Charles Cornwallis surrender?
Yorktown
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What was the last battle of the American Revolution?
Yorktown
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What was the first battle of the American Revolution?
Lexington and Concord
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What battle is known as the turning point of the American Revolution?
Saratoga
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Why is the battle of Saratoga known as the turning point of the war?
The American victory helped to secure an alliance with France
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Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
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What roles did George Washington and Benjamin Franklin have during the American Revolution?
George Washington was the commander of the Continental Army and Benjamin Franklin was an ambassador to France
