Chapter 6.1 Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
How did Americans pursue both war and peace in 1775?
A
2nd Continental Congress - avoid war.
Local military training.
2
Q
What were the advantages of each side as they entered the war?
A
Rebels surrounded British.
British was rich.
3
Q
How did the Continental Army gain control of Boston.
A
George Washington took over the Boston Harbor.
4
Q
Define refugee.
A
Someone run away from war.
5
Q
Define mercenary.
A
Soldiers paid to fight.
6
Q
Who was Ethan Allen?
A
Blacksmith, politician leads Green Mountain boys to attack.
7
Q
What is the Olive Branch Petition?
A
Declared loyalty to King George.
Repeal Intolerable Acts.
8
Q
Who was Benedict Arnold?
A
Formerly an American general, turned traitor to the American.
