American revolution Flashcards
What are the 5 Principles of the Enlightenment?
- Reason
2.Empiricism
3.Individualism
4.Skepticism
5.Humanism
What is the main principle of enlightenment?
The main principle is Reason, It emphasizes logical thought.
Causes and outcomes of the Albany plan
Albany plan(1754)
Causes: Need for colonial defense against Native Americans.
Outcomes:
Proposed a United colonial government but was rejected
Proclamation of 1763
Causes:
British aimed to stabilize relations with Native Americans post war
Outcomes:
Restricted westward expansion,increasing colonial resentment.
George washington
Causes:
Leadership during the French and Indian War and the American Revolution. -Outcomes:
Became a symbol of unity and served as the first President.
what was the Stamp Act
1765 tax on stamped paper, sparking colonial protests.
what were the Townshend Acts
1767 duties on imports like tea, leading to boycotts.
what was the Boston Massacre
March 5, 1770, British troops killed five colonists, fueling anti-British sentiment.
what was the Boston Tea Party
December 1773 protest where colonists dumped tea into the harbor.
what was Role of Women
Women made homemade goods and supported boycotts through groups like the Daughters of Liberty.
who was George Washington
Leader of the Continental Army, critical for American victory in the Revolutionary War.
What were the goals of the First Continental Congress?
- Address grievances against Britain. 2. Promote colonial unity. 3. Draft a rights declaration. 4. Organize a trade boycott. 5. Plan future actions.
Define all Loyalist, Sons of Liberty, and Patriot
- Loyalist: Colonists loyal to Britain during the Revolution. 2. Sons of Liberty: Group resisting British policies through protests. 3. Patriot: Colonists advocating for independence from Britain.
Reasons, significance, and outcomes of the Battle of Lexington and Concord
Reasons: - British sought to seize arms and arrest leaders. - Rising tensions over British rule. Significance: - Initiated the American Revolutionary War. - Symbolized colonial resistance. Outcomes: - American victory boosted morale. - Sparked wider mobilization of militias.
What were the goals of the 2nd Continental Congress?
The Second Continental Congress managed the Revolutionary War effort and shifted from reconciliation with Britain to pursuing independence, leading to the Declaration of Independence in 1776.
Reasons, significance, and outcomes of the Battle of Bunker Hill
Warm-up in your composition book
Reasons: - Tensions in Massachusetts aimed at challenging British control. Significance: - Demonstrated colonial resistance and boosted morale. Outcomes: - British victory with heavy losses, increasing enlistment and support for independence.
Role of Women, African Americans, and Native Americans(Understand how they contributed to the AR)
Women: - Took on various roles, including maintaining homes, serving as nurses, and even fighting disguised as men. African Americans: - Joined both British and colonial sides, seeking freedom and highlighting the slavery debate. Native Americans: - Aligned with either the British or colonists, hoping to protect their lands from expansion. These groups significantly influenced the war’s dynamics and outcomes.
Thomas Paine and Thomas Jefferson
Common Sense and the Declaration of Independence
Reasons, significance, and outcomes of Washington Crossing the Delaware, Trenton, and Valley Forge
Washington Crossing the Delaware:Reasons: - To surprise Hessian forces in Trenton. Significance: - Restored hope and morale for the Continental Army. Outcomes: - Successful victory on December 26, 1776. — Battle of Trenton:Reasons: - Follow-up to bolster confidence after earlier defeats. Significance: - Boosted morale and encouraged enlistments. Outcomes:- American victory on December 26, 1776. — Valley Forge:Reasons: - Winter encampment for rest and regrouping. Significance:- Fostered unity and resilience. Outcomes - Improved training and discipline under Baron von Steuben. — Baron von Steuben:Role: - Trained the Continental Army at Valley Forge. Significance - Enhanced army effectiveness through rigorous training.
Reasons, significance, and outcomes of the Siege of Yorktown and Treaty of Paris 1783
Siege of Yorktown: Reasons: - British aimed to control the Southern colonies and cut off supplies. Significance: - Last major battle, showcasing American-French cooperation. Outcomes: - British surrendered in October 1781, leading to a decisive American victory. — ### Treaty of Paris 1783: Reasons: - To formally end the war and recognize American independence. Significance: - Established U.S. boundaries and sovereignty. Outcomes: - Signed on September 3, 1783, it solidified American independence and future governance.
