Essay Planning: The Significance of Lexington & Concord in the Revolutionary War

History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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This worksheet guides students through planning an essay on the importance of the battles of Lexington and Concord in the American Revolution. It helps them structure their ideas and supports their understanding of key historical points.

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Essay Planning: The Significance of Lexington & Concord in the Revolutionary War

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Essay Planning: The Significance of Lexington & Concord

Essay Question: How important were the battles of Lexington and Concord in starting the American Revolution?

Introduction Thesis:

Outline your overall argument about the significance of these battles in sparking the revolution.

1.
Explain what the battles of Lexington and Concord were and why they are considered the start of the American Revolution. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Outline the main causes that led to the battles of Lexington and Concord. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Compare the perspectives of American colonists and British soldiers regarding the battles. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
4.
Analyse the impact of the battles of Lexington and Concord on the start of the revolution. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
5.
Explain the significance of the battles in shaping American identity. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
6.
Outline the role of colonial leaders and militia in the battles of Lexington and Concord. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
7.
Compare the short-term and long-term effects of the battles of Lexington and Concord. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
8.
Write a brief conclusion summarizing the importance of the battles of Lexington and Concord in the American Revolution. (3 marks)
[3 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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1/1/2026
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