Extra Credit 10 points movie 1776 Columbia Pictures (Starring William Daniesl,
Howard DeSilva and Ken Howard)
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Answer all questions on this or a separate sheet.
1.
Where is John Adams when you are first introduced to him?
2.
Describe John Dickenson’s reasons for not wanting independence.
3.
Why does Thomas Jefferson say the American Colonies need a written document
of independence?
4.
Why is Abigail Adams unable to come to Philadelphia?
5.
According to Jefferson, when is a king no longer a king?
6.
What is the problem with the Declaration of Independence according to Mr.
Rutledge?
7.
When John and Abigail Adams are in the bell tower, what is her advice to him?
8.
How does the vote finally change in favor of independence for Pennsylvania?
9.
Why does Stephen Hopkins stand over the table upon which the Declaration is
signed?
10.
Why do you think I gave extra credit for this movie?