Timeline
This war ended in 1763 and left Britain in debt.
What is the French and Indian War?
British leaders believed taxing the colonies was justified because of this financial consequence of war.
What is debt from the French and Indian War?
This British leader believed Parliament had the right to tax the colonies.
Who is King George III?
To officially cancel a law, often due to protest or opposition.
What is repeal?
“No taxation without representation” reflects this core colonial belief.
What is that government should represent the people it taxes?
This 1763 law prevented colonists from settling west of the Appalachian Mountains.
What is the Proclamation of 1763?
The Proclamation of 1763 attempted to prevent conflict between colonists and this group.
Who are Native Americans / Indigenous peoples?
A Patriot would most likely agree with this idea about government.
What is that people should have representation and rights?
A law passed by a legislative body such as Parliament.
What is an act?
Thomas Jefferson’s statement about “unalienable rights” suggests these rights are…
What is natural and cannot be taken away?
Place these in order: Boston Tea Party, Stamp Act, Boston Massacre.
What is Stamp Act → Boston Massacre → Boston Tea Party?
Colonial boycotts were effective because they impacted Britain in this way.
What is hurting British trade/economy?
This Patriot leader was known for organizing resistance and protests in Boston.
Who is Samuel Adams?
A coordinated refusal to purchase goods in order to create change.
What is a boycott?
The phrase “all men are created equal” challenged this existing system.
What is unequal rule / monarchy / social hierarchy?
This 1774 meeting marked the first unified colonial response to British policies.
What is the First Continental Congress?
The Boston Massacre increased colonial resistance mainly by influencing this.
What is public opinion / propaganda against Britain?
A Loyalist might oppose independence because of this concern.
What is fear of chaos, economic loss, or loyalty to Britain?
A formal expression of disagreement, often public and organized.
What is a protest?
Paul Revere’s warning helped achieve this immediate goal.
What is alerting colonial militias to prepare for British troops?
These two early battles signaled the official start of armed conflict between Britain and the colonies.
What are Lexington and Concord?
Explain how the Coercive Acts unintentionally strengthened colonial unity.
What is they punished Boston but caused other colonies to support and unite with them?
This leader was chosen to command the Continental Army despite limited formal military experience.
Who is George Washington?
Explain how the terms “Patriot” and “Loyalist” reflect differing political viewpoints.
What is Patriots wanted independence while Loyalists supported British rule?
The Declaration of Independence was primarily written to justify this action.
What is breaking away from British rule?