Colonial Period and Independence Flashcards

1
Q

What is one reason colonists came to America?

A

religious freedom

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2
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Why did the colonists fight the British?

A

because of high taxes- taxation without representation

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3
Q

Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?

A

Thomas Jefferson

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4
Q

When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?

A

July 4, 1776

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5
Q

What happened at the Constitutional Convention?

A

The Founding Fathers wrote the Constitution.

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6
Q

When was the Constitution written?

A

1787

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7
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The Federalist Papers supported the passage of the U.S. Constitution. Name one of the writers.

A

Alexander Hamilton

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