Question | Answer |
How many colonies did Britain have on the east coast of America? | 13
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Which country was Britain at war with both in Europe and in America? | France.
| What did Britain introduce that made the colonists so angry? | New taxes (on tea).
| When was the first British colony founded in America? | In 1607.
| When did who discover the American continent? | In 1492, by Christopher Columbus.
| Who was leading the people in the War of Independence? | George Washington.
| Why did pioneers camp in a circle at night? | To defend themselves (against the Indians).
| What was thrown into Boston Harbor by angry colonists? | Tea.
| What was the exact date of the Declaration of Independence? | 4th July 1776
| Where did the African slaves have to work? | On (cotton) plantations in the south.
| What happened in the 19th century that made people want to go to Californi? | Gold was found.
| Which US-state was named after a French king? | Louisiana
| What name was given to special pieces of land for Native Americans? | Reservation.
| In which battle did the Sioux win their famous battle against General Cluster? | In the Battle of the Little Big Horn.
| Which animals did the Indians depend on? | The buffalo. |