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Lesson 37 of 84 ยท French Revolution

The First Continental Congress

Ancient Mesopotamia, between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, is called the cradle of civilization. The Sumerians invented writing, the wheel, and early forms of government around 3500 BCE.

Key Facts

1

Cause and effect explain why things happen.

2

Oral histories preserve community stories.

3

Primary sources come from the time of the event.

Timeline

1776

The Declaration of Independence is signed

1787

The U.S. Constitution is written

1791

The Bill of Rights is ratified

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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What tool puts events in order?