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Lesson 37 of 84 · American 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
1920
Women gain the right to vote (19th Amendment)
1929
The Great Depression begins
1941
The U.S. enters World War II
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What tool puts events in order?