The American Revolutionary War for Elementary Schoolers

What were the three groups of citizens during the American Revolution?

Patriots, Loyalists, and Undecided Citizens.

What was the purpose of the town meeting in the simulation?

To discuss the growing rift between the colonies and Great Britain.

What choice did Patriots have when British soldiers approached?

1. Load musket and fire, 2. Prepare to fire, 3. Duck for cover.

What happens if a Patriot fires at the British soldiers?

They roll a Military Expertise roll to see if they hit or miss.

What is the significance of 'The Shot Heard Round the World'?

It marks the beginning of the American Revolution.

What must Loyalists do when British soldiers march into the Village Green?

Decide whether to inform the British officer or stay put.

What happens if a Loyalist successfully convinces a British officer?

They raise their Morale by 1.

What was the outcome of the first battle of the American Revolution?

A victory for the Patriots, leading to British retreat to Boston.

What must all Loyalists do after the Patriots' victory?

Lower their Morale by 1.

What is the role of Undecided Citizens in the simulation?

They observe and do not take sides initially.

What is a Morale roll used for in the simulation?

To determine how participants feel about their loyalty or allegiance.

What happens if a participant rolls higher than their Morale number?

They must make a Loyalty roll to see if they switch sides.

What is the objective of Patriots during the simulation?

To convince Undecided Citizens to join their cause.

What was the initial reaction of the Undecided Citizens to the British march?

They simply watched as the British marched toward Concord.

What does it mean to 'abate' in the context of the simulation?

To reduce or lessen the tension between the groups.

What was the role of Captain Parker in the simulation?

He commanded the Patriots during the confrontation with British soldiers.

What skill roll do Loyalists make when trying to convince a British officer?

A Negotiating Skill roll.

What happens if a Loyalist fails their Negotiating Skill roll?

The officer orders them arrested, lowering their Morale by 1.

How did the simulation depict the decision-making process of the Patriots?

Through choices that affected their Morale and outcomes in battle.

What does the term 'Morale' refer to in the simulation context?

A measure of the participants' confidence and commitment to their group.

What was the outcome for the Patriots after the first battle?

They gained more than 4,000 minutemen to join their forces.

What does 'Loyalist' mean in the context of the American Revolution?

A colonist who remained loyal to the British Crown.

What does 'Patriot' mean in the context of the American Revolution?

A colonist who wanted to break away from British rule.

What was the main goal of the simulation?

To engage students in understanding the perspectives of different groups during the American Revolution.

What did the simulation encourage participants to do regarding their beliefs?

To reflect on their stance as Patriots, Loyalists, or Undecided Citizens.

What was the consequence of choosing to duck for cover during the confrontation?

The participant lowers their Morale by 1.

What did the simulation reveal about the complexities of loyalty during the Revolution?

It highlighted the difficult choices faced by individuals in a divided society.

What were the two main groups trying to persuade Undecided Citizens during the American Revolution?

Loyalists and Patriots

What happens when a Loyalist rolls a die during persuasion?

If the number is equal to or lower than the Loyalist's Negotiating Skill, the Undecided Citizen becomes a Loyalist.

What is the outcome if a Patriot rolls a number higher than their Negotiating Skill?

The Patriot fails to convince the Undecided Citizen, who remains undecided.

What must Undecided Citizens do if they are still undecided after the persuasion phase?

They choose a side and roll the dice to determine if they can join their preferred side.

What happens if an Undecided Citizen rolls higher than their Loyalty number?

They must join the opposing side.

What are the three options available to Patriots during the winter at Valley Forge?

1. Make shoes and clothing. 2. Build a better hut. 3. Go foraging for food.

What is the consequence of rolling higher than the Common Sense number when making clothing?

Morale goes down by one point.

What happens if a Patriot rolls their Military Expertise number or lower while building a hut?

They successfully build a hut and gain one point in Stamina.

What is the result of rolling higher than the Stamina number while foraging for food?

Morale goes down by one point.

What must all Patriots do at Valley Forge regarding Morale?

They make a Morale roll to decide if they stay with General Washington.

What happens if a Patriot rolls higher than their Morale number?

They must make a Loyalty roll to determine if they desert the Patriots.

What choices do Loyalists have during the winter of 1777-78?

1. Attend a formal ball. 2. Go shopping for clothes. 3. Read news about the rebels.

What happens to Loyalists during the winter at Valley Forge?

All Loyalists add one Morale point.

What are the three options available to Patriots during the Battle of Yorktown?

1. Fire musket and jump over embankment. 2. Jump and fire at enemy. 3. Crawl over embankment.

What is the result of firing a musket and jumping over the embankment?

The enemy soldier ducks, and the Patriot lands on him, knocking him senseless.

What happens if a Patriot jumps over the embankment and rolls higher than their Military Expertise number?

The enemy shoots the Patriot, and they collapse with a musket ball in their leg.

What occurs if a Patriot crawls carefully over the embankment?

They find that their fellow soldiers have already routed the enemy.

What options do Loyalists have during the Battle of Yorktown?

1. Fix bayonet and prepare for charge. 2. Move for more ammunition. 3. Retreat to Yorktown.

What happens if a Loyalist fixes their bayonet and rolls lower than their Military Expertise number?

They successfully poke the Patriot before being forced to retreat.

What is the outcome if a Loyalist tries to move for more ammunition and is surrounded?

They must surrender to the Patriot officer.

What happens if a Loyalist jumps from the embankment to retreat?

They see that the Patriots have taken over the embankments.