Founding Fathers of America

3. College The body responsible for electing the President and Vice President of the United States.
6. Revolution The war fought by the American colonies against British rule, which resulted in the establishment of the United States.
7. Fathers Refers to the individuals who played a key role in establishing and contributing to the foundation of the United States of America.
9. Colonies The original British colonies in North America that later became the United States.
11. of Paris The agreement that officially ended the American Revolution and recognized the United States as an independent nation.
14. The state of being free from external control or influence.
15. of Independence The document that formally announced the colonies' break from British rule and asserted their independence.

1. The formal approval or acceptance of a document, such as the Constitution.
2. The highest-ranking military officer, in this case, referring to George Washington's role as the leader of the Continental Army.
4. The supreme law of the United States that outlines the structure of the government and guarantees certain rights to its citizens.
5. The second-highest position in the executive branch of the government.
8. Federalist Papers A collection of essays written by Hamilton, Madison, and Jay to advocate for the ratification of the Constitution.
10. A yearly publication containing various information, such as weather forecasts and astronomical data.
12. of the Treasury The head of the government department responsible for managing the country's finances and economy.
13. Justice The highest-ranking judge in the Supreme Court.