Historical Figures
Important People in American History
PAUL REVERE
Vocabulary for Paul Revere
Use a dictionary to find the definition for the 3 vocabulary words. Write your definition on a sheet of paper.
2. Independence
3. Liberty
The colonists wanted to gain independence from England. They wanted their liberty!
State
Look at the red state on the map. This is Massachusetts. This is the state Paul Revere lived.
House
This is a photograph of Paul Revere's house
Statue
This statue can be found in the city of Boston in the state of Massachusetts. This statue shows Paul Revere on his horse.
INDEPENDENCE
Write a paragraph describing how the action's of Paul Revere helped America gain independence from England. Use complete sentences!
Map of Paul Revere's Ride
Below is a map of Paul Revere's famous ride. After he saw the signal in the church tower, he rode on his horse to warn the Colonists that the British were coming to attack. This was the beginning of the Revolutionary War.
Use the map key to trace his path with your finger.
Below the map is a link to a video about Paul Revere's midnight ride.
FREDERICK DOUGLASS
From Slave to Leader
Frederick Douglass was born a slave in Maryland, but later he escaped and became an abolitionist.
An abolitionist is someone who is against slavery!
SEE WHAT YOU KNOW
Click the link below to play the quiz over Frederick Douglass
Your Turn to Write
In your social studies journal, write a paragraph about why Frederick Douglass and other abolitionist were important in America.