When was paul revere born?
January 1, 1735. Paul Revere was born in Boston, Massachusetts, on January 1, 1735. This is New Year’s Day! Paul was born on Fish Street located near Boston Harbor. It was a small, crowded house. Paul was the second child and oldest son. He had eight brothers and sisters. Paul’s parents were Paul and Deborah Revere. Did you know Paul’s father’s original name was Apollos Rivoire? He renamed himself Paul Revere in the 1720’s. Paul attended an “infant school” where he learned his ABC’s and rules of good manners (like saying “please” and “thank you”). When Paul was seven or eight years old, he attended North Writing. It was an all-boys school. Paul learned to read, write, and do arithmetic. In 1748, when Paul was thirteen years old, he left school and worked in his father silversmith’s shop. On July 22, 1754, Paul’s father died. Paul was the oldest son, and it was his responsibility to take care of his mother and siblings. He took over his father’s silversmith shop with his brother, Thomas
January 1, 1735. Read More 2. True or False: When Paul Revere was born, Massachusetts was controlled by France. False. Read More 3. Which group stated “No taxation without representation?” a) American colonists b) British Redcoats c) French and Indians d) British Parliament a) American colonists. Read More 4. Which of the following did Paul Revere do? a) Discover lightning was electricity by flying a kite and key during a thunderstorm. b) Become a lawyer and serve as a member of the Virginia House of Burgesses. c) Ride from Boston to Lexington to warn the American colonists the British were coming. d) Lead the Continental Army during the American Revolution. c) Ride from Boston to Lexington to warn the American colonists the British were coming. Read More 5. What did Paul Revere do after the American Revolution? a) He was elected the first President of the United States b) He went back to work as a silversmith c) He became the British Prime Minister d) He was elected Governor of Virgin
