American Revolution

List two American weaknesses at the start of the war

1. Americans had less men to fight the war. 2. The army lacked ammunition, food, and uniforms. 3. Few Americans were trained for battle.

What are the three provisions of the Treaty of Paris?

1. Great Britain recognized the US as an independent country. 2. Great Britain handed over territory from the Atlantic coast to the Mississippi River. 3. The US agreed to return the property taken from loyalist during the war.

List two British weaknesses at the start of the war

1. It was hard to send troops and supplies from Great Britain to North America. It was costly and slow. 2. The British were not passionate about defeating rebels. 3. They had poor military leadership.

Give me two examples of how the American Revolution affected other parts of the world?

1. The American Revolution inspired revolts against European rule throughout South America. 2. The American influenced the French Revolution.

List two British strengths at the start of the war

1. The British had more soldiers and reinforcements. 2. British soldiers were well trained and more experienced. 3. They were well supplied with food, ammunition and uniforms.

List two American strengths at the start of the war

1. an experienced military leader--George Washington. 2. they got money from France. 3. they were willing to die for their country.

How did African Americans feel about the Declaration and the war?

African Americans wondered if the words "all men are created equal" applied to them and if independence would end slavery. Many African Americans joined the British because they were promised freedom.

What are the names of two foreigners that helped Americans and what did they do?

Baron Friedrich von Steuben of Prussia drilled American soldiers and made them into a fighting force. Marquis de Lafayette of France used his own money to purchase clothes for the soldiers.

How did Common Sense and the Declaration of Independence affect the colonists?

Common Sense gave the colonists the confidence to start the American Revolution. The Declaration of Independence documented the colonists reasons for wanting their independence.

How did Thomas Paine's "The Crisis" affect Americans?

It reminded Americans that real patriots hold onto their beliefs, even in hard times.

What was Common Sense?

It was a pamphlet to convince the colonists that instead of being equal with British subjects, it was in their best interest to be independent from Britain. It was written by Thomas Paine.

What was the Declaration of Independence?

It was a statement that announced the independence of the thirteen American colonies and the formation of a new nation. It was adopted on July 4, 1776.

Why was the Battle of Saratoga a turning point for the Americans?

The Battle of Saratoga was a turning point for the Americans because the French became allies and Spain entered the war against Britain.

How did the colonists feel about paying taxes?

The colonists were fine with paying British taxes but they wanted a say in the British Parliament.

How did victories at the Battle of Trenton and the Battle of Princeton affect Americans?

The victories showed that the American army could beat the British and their allies and the victories boosted the American morale.