Standards

**Standards**
The Standards for Michigan 5th grade Social Studies for the American Revolution are:

5U3.2.1 Describe the advantages and disadvantages of each side during the American Revolution with respect to military leadership, geography, types of resources, and incentives. (National Geography Standard 4, p. 150, E)

5U3.2.2 Describe the importance of Valley Forge, Battle of Saratoga, and Battle of Yorktown in the American Revolution.

5U3.2.3 Compare the role of women, African Americans, American Indians, and France in helping shape the outcome of the war.

5U3.2.4 Describe the significance of the Treaty of Paris (establishment of the United States and its boundaries). (National Geography Standard 13, p. 169, C)