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Why did the colonists fight the British?
Because of high taxes; they wanted self-government; they did not want the British staying in their homes
When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?
July 4, 1776
What did the Declaration of Independence do?
Announce the United States' independence or freedom from Great Britain
What are two rights in the Declaration of Independence?
Life, Liberty, the Pursuit of Happiness
When do we celebrate Independence Day?
July 4th
There were 13 original states. Name 3.
New York, New Jersey, New Hampshire
Who is the father of our country?
George Washington
Who was the first president?
George Washington
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
What does the Constitution do?
Set up or define the government
What happened at the Constitutional Convention?
The Constitution was written.
When was the Constitution written?
1787
What is one thing Benjamin Franklin is famous for?
US Diplomat, Free Libraries, First Postmaster General...
The Federalist papers supported the passage of the US Constitution. Name one of the writers.
John Jay, Alexander Hamilton, James Madison
What is another name for your Green Card?
Permanent Resident Card
What is your family name?
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