Social Studies John Flashcards
The American victory at Yorktown resulted in_____________________>
Independence for America
Washington defeated the British at Yorktown because…
American Patriots surrounded the British
George Rogers Clark and John Paul Jones were both ___________
Brave leaders
What two European groups or countries helped the Americans fight the British?
The French and The Spanish
Von Steuben helped the Continental Army by
making the army more professional and better soldiers.
How did women contribute during the American Revolution?
They collected money, food and made clothes for the soldiers.
Prince Hall is known for
wanting to end slavery, treating everyone equally.
What was the role of African American patriots during the war?
As soldiers.
How did the American victory at Saratoga affect the war?
The win made the French believe the American patriots could win and so they decided to help the America by giving them supplies.
The Second Continental Congress made what two important decisions?
- They formed the Continental Army and made Washington the General of it
- The declared independence from Britain.
Paine’s Common Sense was convincing to many people because______
It was easy for people to understand.
The result of Paine’s Common Sense was ____?
The Americans knew they had power.
What was the main argument of the Declaration of Independence?
All people have rights.
What did the Declaration of Independence say to Britain?
We are our own nation.
Why was signing the Declaration of Independence dangerous?
You were considered a traitor of Britain and could be hung.
