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Sons of Liberty
secret organization formed to protest British policies in acts of resistance.
Natural Rights
What were enlightenment ideas and principles asserting that all peeps possess the rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness?
Pontiac's Rebellion
What was the conflict between Native American tribes and British forces over colonial control of Native Lands following F&I War?
Battle of Saratoga
What was the turning point of the ARW that convinced France to ally with the Americans, significantly shifting the balance of power in favor of the colonies?
Deism
What was the belief in a Rational God? (Nature can prove god)
Citizen Soldiers
Who were ordinary citizens who served in local militias, showing their support for the Revolutionary cause by fighting for it.
Virtual representation
What was the British argument that colonists don't need representatives because Parliament represents all British soldiers.
Articles of Confederations
What was the first governing document of the United States? (Built principles for the constitution and highlighted that weak governments suck :(
French and Indian War (Who were both sides?)
Who were the British vs French with Natives on both sides, ended favoring Britain?
Religious Pluralism
What was the coexistence of multiple religious faiths in America laying the groundwork for the constitutional protections of religious freedom and the separation of church and state. (See Virginia Statute of Religious Freedoms)
Samuel Adams
Who was the leader of Sons of Liberty and organizer of resistance, strong voice in the movement toward American independence?
Valley Forge
What was a site of the US Army's winter encampment that showed resilience and giving moral boosts to support war efforts?
Stamp Act
What was the British Law taxing printed materials by requiring a gov-issued stamp, made 'em mad?
American + Friench (ship)
What was the crucial partnership that secured the Americans a foothold in the fight? (Giving international legitimacy :)
Millennialism
What was the religious belief of the imminent second coming (specifically by Protestant sects) Giving sense of urgency and purpose in fight for independence?
Hessians
What were the German mercenaries hired by the British during the American Revolutionary War? (highlighting intercontinental impact of the ARW)
Albany Plan of Union
What was a proposal by Benjamin Franklin to create a government for the 13 colonies to coordinate defense. Ultimately rejected :(
PARIS TREATY
What was an agreement made in 1783 that officially ended the Revolutionary War and recognized American independence?
Treaty of Paris (1763)
Ended French and Indian War, gave many territories to Britain
Virginia Statute Religious Freedoms
What was the declaration that established the principle of separation of church and state, while protecting religious beliefs and freedoms?
Patrick Henry
Who was the man famous for his, 'give me liberty or give me death!, vocal critic of British rule?
REPUBLICANS
What was the political philosophy that emphasized the importance of civic virtue and that citizens should play a crucial role in goverment?
Mercantilism
What was the economic theory emphasizing importance of getting wealth through gov-controlled trade?
How did the French's inclusion in the ARW affect at least three different countries?
Justify your answer
How did religion affect the arguments made against independence?
Justify yourself