Question

1. the interaction between the minutemen and the british troops at lexington and concord was significant because

a. it allowed for peaceful negotiations to end the war.
b. it signaled the beginning of fighting in the american revolution.
c. it led to french involvement in the american revolution.
d. it signaled the end of fighting in the american revolution.

this graphic organizer describes george washington.

1. which characteristics best describe the qualities that led the continental congress to appoint george washington commander of the continental army?

select three correct answers.
fought for the british in a prior conflict, served as a french spy, intelligent leader, encouraged natives to fight alongside the colonists, known for patriotism, supported a national religion

“if particular care and attention is not paid to the ladies, we are determined to foment a rebellion, and will not hold ourselves bound by any laws in which we have no voice, or representation.”

1. which national figure would most likely have written the words in the above excerpt?

a. abigail adams to john adams during the writing of the declaration of independence
b. sam adams to john adams during the creation of the articles of confederation
c. ben franklin to george washington after the battle of saratoga
d. mercy otis warren to continental congress during the signing of the olive branch petition

Explanation:

Question 21

The battles of Lexington and Concord marked the beginning of armed conflict in the American Revolution. There were no peaceful negotiations immediately after, French involvement came later, and it was not the end of fighting.

Question 22

George Washington fought for the British in the French - and - Indian War, was known for his patriotism, and was an intelligent leader. He was not a French spy and did not support a national religion.

Question 23

Abigail Adams wrote to John Adams during the writing of the Declaration of Independence, advocating for women's rights, which aligns with the excerpt's sentiment about women's representation.

Answer:

Question 21

B. It signaled the beginning of fighting in the American Revolution.

Question 22

Fought for the British in a prior conflict, Intelligent leader, Known for patriotism

Question 23

A. Abigail Adams to John Adams during the writing of the Declaration of Independence