BELLWORK: 1/23 Describe the conflict at Lexington and Concord. List three decisions made at the Second Continental Congress. What was the Declaration of Independence? Include author, goal, British response, etc. List the advantages/disadvantages of the both the colonists and British in the Revolutionary War. THINKER: How did the Enlightenment influence the colonists? (Think about the Enlightenment period in Europe….how did that compare to what the colonists wanted?)

“The Shot Heard Around the World” On April 19, 1775, 700 British soldiers marched towards Concord (outside of Boston.) At Lexington, they encountered 70 American militia; leaving 8 dead - the British soldiers continued to Concord At Concord, fighting between the two forces broke out. (American militia now 500 men) By the time the British soldiers reached Boston, there were 273 British casualties and 88 American casualties.

Second Continental Congress Organized an army under George Washington. Congress tried one last time to arrange a peaceful compromise with Great Britain. They refused. Developed military strategy Began to draft the Declaration of Independence

"Yes, we must, indeed, all hang together, or most assuredly we shall all hang separately." Benjamin Franklin at the signing of the Declaration of Independence; 1776

"Washington Crossing the Delaware" by Emanuel Leutze

Declaration of Independence Thomas Jefferson was the main author. Highlighted the colonists’ reasons for separation from Great Britain Stated individuals have certain rights that cannot be taken away by the government. The people have the right to change the government. Showed how Great Britain and the king abused their powers. Congress adopted it on July 4,1776.

Two sides of the American Revolution Discuss  the advantages/disadvantages of both the colonists and British. America was an un-developed nation that successfully beat the largest military/naval power of the time, England. Make a prediction  how were they able to do this? Why did America win the Revolution? Guerilla warfare, alliance with France, home territory, will & desire for freedom, espionage, new fighting tactics (targeting leaders & bayonets)

Turning Point of the American Revolution British defeat at Saratoga Caused France and Spain to ally with the colonies. Led to a British surrender in October 1781 (Battle of Yorktown)

U.S. Constitution Set up a federal system, political authority divided between the national and state governments. Separation of powers between executive, legislative, and judicial branches. A republic with an elected president

Bill of Rights The first ten amendments of the U.S. Constitution. Government must protect certain civil liberties, such as: Freedom of speech, religion, and the press Right to private property and trial by jury

Discussion How did the American Revolution influence other revolutions in the Americas? List three similarities between the American Revolution and the English Civil War.