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Why did the colonists fight the British?
Because of high taxes, no self-government, and because the British were staying in their houses without paying them
What did the Declaration of Independence do?
Announced our independence (from Great Britain)
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?
July 4, 1776
When do we celebrate Independence Day?
July 4th
What are 2 rights in the Declaration of Independence?
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness
Who was the first President?
George Washington
Who is the "Father of Our Country"?
George Washington
Who did the 13 colonies fight in the War of Independence?
Great Britain
What does the word "colonist" mean?
A person who lived in one of the original 13 colonies before the United States because independent in 1776 (Europeans)
What does the word "equal" mean?
To be the same
How do we usually celebrate Independence Day?
We celebrate with parades, fireworks, music, and food.
What is a "parade"?
A parade is a public celebration with bands and cars moving down the streets.
What is this a picture of?
Fireworks
What does the word "adopt" mean?
To accept an idea, plan, or way of doing something
Who didn't Thomas Jefferson include when writing "all people are created equal" in his Declaration of Independence?
The Slaves. Thomas Jefferson was a slave-owner.
