The Revolutionary War
In our novel, The Fighting Ground, Jonathan encounters many sides of the Revolutionary War. He meets Patriots, Hessians, and Tories. On which side do you think you would be on? To help you decide, visit this website and travel on the "Road to the Revolution." Please answer the following questions as you travel. The bold type indicates the links that you should click on.
http://www.pbs.org/ktca/liberty/game/index.html
1. Turn the page.
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What was its purpose?
2. Continue.
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Who was one of the most famous members?
3. Continue. Stop and stay in Boston.
Write three key facts that you learn from your "stay" in Boston.
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Who published a pamphlet that pushed Americans towards independence?
4. Continue.
The Continental Congress signed the Declaration of Independence on ________________.
Answer the multiple choice question about slaves. Please write your answer here before clicking on it.
What city are we now in?
5. Continue.
Visit Philadelphia and write three key facts that you learned while in the city.
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7. Continue.
George Washington is planning to cross the __________________ River and attack the city of
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You should have reached the city of ___________________.
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9. Continue on the Road to Revolution.
Which two Generals faced each other at the Battle of Saratoga?
Which country joined the Americans in their fight against the British?
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10. Continue.
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11. Continue.
Mention one way American women were important to the Revolutionary War.
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12. Continue.
Visit Saratoga National Battlefield and write three key facts in the space provided.
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13. Back.
Continue on the Road to Revolution.
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14. Continue.
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You are not in the city of ______________________.
15. Continue.
Visit Colonial Williamsburg.
Write three key facts that you learned while in Williamsburg.
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16. Continue on the Road to Revolution.
Which six states were granted entry because of the Northwest Ordinance?
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17. Continue.
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18. Continue.
You are now in the great city of ______________________!
Quote: What is the payoff?
Congratulations! J You’ve made it! After traveling along the Road to Revolution, there are a few more questions you need to answer.
Why? Be specific! Mention at least one historical fact in support of your decision.
Royal Court (Those most loyal to the monarchy.)
Professionals (Shop owners, upper-class citizens.)
Workers (Those who work, but barely earn enough money to stay away from poverty).
Peasants (Those with no roofs over their heads and no income to speak of.)