The Revolutionary Era Flashcards
What are some types of writing in the Revolutionary Era?
Pamphlets, letters, almanacs, biographies, speeches, and documents.
What was the Revolutionary Era influenced by?
Rationalism, the belief that human beings can arrive at truth by using reason, rather than relying on the authority of the past, on religious faith, or on intuition.
What is deism?
The thought that the universe is orderly and good.
What was Benjamin Franklin’s purpose in writing his autobiography?
That he could show how he went from poverty to affluence.
What is an aphorism?
A brief, cleverly worded statement that makes a wise observation about life; it often uses humor.
What are some important things to know about Patrick Henry?
He gave a speech to the Virginia Convention and said “give me liberty or give me death”.
What are some important things to know about Abigail Adams?
She gave small gifts to her two sons, but money given to women; many of the women were married, and her husband honored her will even though he wasn’t legally bound to do so.
What was important about Thomas Jefferson’s Letter?
He gave his daughter advice much like a parent would today.
When was the Revolutionary Era?
1770’s.
