📖 Part 1: Vocabulary

Directions: Write a definition for each vocabulary word as you watch the video.

🎬 Part 2: Comprehension Questions

Directions: Answer each question as you watch the video. Circle the best answer or fill in the blank.

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💡 Part 3: Higher-Order Thinking

Directions: Think carefully and write your answer in complete sentences.

✅ Answer Key (Teacher Use Only)

Vocabulary:

1. Patriot: A colonist who supported independence from Britain and wanted to break away from British rule.

2. Loyalist: A colonist who remained loyal to the British king and did not support the Revolution.

3. Revolution: A major change in government or power, often through force; the colonists' fight to become independent from Britain.

4. Militia: A group of ordinary citizens who trained as soldiers to defend their community, not a professional army.

5. Blockade: When ships or troops are used to block supplies or people from entering or leaving an area.

Comprehension Questions:

6. New York

7. An early submarine used to attack British ships

8. Fight back against / stand up to (accept reasonable answers showing colonists were effective fighters)

9. He helped gain French support and served as a diplomat

10. A colonial militia group from the Vermont region led by Ethan Allen

11. Paul Revere (and William Dawes)

12. "The British are coming!"

13. Postal service and letters ✓ | Midnight riders on horseback ✓ | Newspapers and pamphlets ✓

Higher-Order Thinking (Question 14 — Sample Answer):

Communication was very important during the American Revolution because the colonists needed to warn each other about British movements and share plans quickly. For example, Paul Revere's midnight ride warned colonists that British troops were approaching, giving them time to prepare. The postal service helped leaders like Benjamin Franklin share important letters and information across the colonies. Without fast communication, the colonists would not have been able to organize their army or get help from allies like France. Good communication helped the colonists work together and eventually win independence.