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Paul Revere Study Guide
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Paul Revere is known for many decisions he made:
*He became a patriot.
*Paul Revere spied on the British soldiers.
*He joined the Sons of Liberty.
*Paul Revere warned the colonists by making his famous
midnight ride.
Where did Paul Revere live? During what time period did he
live?
*He lived in Boston, Massachusetts, during colonial times in
1700’s.
Paul Revere had to overcome obstacles during his life.
Obstacle (something that blocks or makes someone’s way
difficult)
*His father died when he was 19 and he had to learn his trade
alone.
*He felt that the current day British taxes affected his
business as a craftsman.
*He was captured by the British during the midnight ride.
Paul Revere’s accomplishments that made him one of America’s
well known patriots.
*He was a craftsman that created many items-bells,
silverware, false teeth, and furniture.
*Paul Revere was a part of the Boston Tea Party
*He was one of the midnight riders to warn the colonists of a
British invasion.
*He was an express rider/mail carrier.
*He designed and printed the first continental money.
Sources of information Paul and other patriots were able to
use during the 1700’s.
*He received important information from secret societies,
Ben Franklin’s newspaper, and Express riders/mail carriers.
Character traits that describe Paul Revere.
Patriotism
Determination
Bravery
Diligence
Loyalty