Reading #1: Dragging Cannon From Ft. Ticonderoga

1. Why was Henry Knox an unlikely hero?
2. Describe the obstacles and challenges that faced Knox and his soldiers.
3. What role did the winter weather play in the transportation of the cannon from Ticonderoga?
4. How did the delivery of the cannon help the Revolutionary forces achieve an early and important military victory?

Chapter 6 Notes: The Declaration of Independence

Update for 11-14-17 through 11-17-17

Tuesday 11-14-17: Study Guide
Wednesday 11-15-17: Study Guide and Jeopardy Review
Thursday 11-16-17: Chapter 5 Test
Friday 11-17-17: Written Response #4 Due

Written Response #4 Outline

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Written Response #4 Directions

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Written Response #4 Primaries

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Reading #6: Lexington

1. What are some of the similarities and differences between the first 3 sources? (3 similarities and 3 differences--dates don't count)
2. According to American accounts, what do you think happened that day?
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3. What are some of the similarities and differences between the last 2 sources? (2 similarities and 2 differences)
4. According to the British accounts, what do you think happened that day?
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5. How are the American accounts and British accounts similar?
6. How are the American accounts and British accounts different?
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7. After reading all of the evidence, what do you think happened that day?  Who do you think fired the first shot and why?