French & Indian War
Despite winning the French and Indian War, what major problem did Britain face afterward?
huge war debt
Why did Britain end its policy of salutary neglect after the French & Indian War?
to raise taxes and pay off war debt.
Who drew the “Join, or Die” cartoon and what was its message?
Benjamin Franklin; join or die.
Which battle is remembered as the “shot heard round the world”?
Battles of Lexington & Concord.
The quote “all men are created equal…” comes from what document?
Declaration of Independence.
The Treaty of Paris (1763) pushed which European nation out of central North America?
France
How was the Stamp Act different from earlier taxes?
first direct tax on colonists themselves (not just merchants)
What was the main purpose of Thomas Paine’s Common Sense?
To convince colonists to fight for independence.
Why was the Battle of Bunker Hill significant for the Patriots?
It proved Americans could stand up to the British
What was the main purpose of the Declaration of Independence?
To announce the colonies were no longer part of Britain.
Both Britain and France wanted to control the Ohio River Valley for what reasons?
The French wanted the Ohio River Valley as a link in their empire; the British colonists wanted it for settlement and expansion.
What event led Britain to pass the Intolerable Acts?
Boston Tea Party
According to Common Sense, why was being tied to Britain bad for America’s trade?
America should be free to trade on its own.
Which battle is considered the turning point of the Revolution and led to a French alliance?
The Battle of Saratoga.
What future U.S. right was foreshadowed by the colonists’ fight at Lexington & Concord?
It foreshadowed the Second Amendment (right to bear arms / citizens shouldn’t be disarmed).
How did the Proclamation of 1763 increase tensions with colonists?
Colonists felt they earned the right to move west after fighting, so they were angry when Britain banned it.
Why did the Sons of Liberty oppose the Tea Act?
It gave the British tea company a monopoly over tea.
What did groups like the Sons & Daughters of Liberty do during this time?
They boycotted and destroyed British goods
What final battle led to British surrender and the Treaty of Paris (1783)?
The Battle of Yorktown.
What advantage did the American militia have over the British army?
They were fighting on their home land (knew the terrain).
What was the purpose of the Albany Plan of Union, proposed by Benjamin Franklin?
Franklin’s idea to unite the colonies for defense.
What did Britain do after repealing the Stamp Act to still show they had authority?
Parliament passed the Declaratory Act to assert authority after repealing the Stamp Act.
Which side believed the colonies weren’t ready to govern themselves — Patriots or Loyalists?
Loyalists
What was the biggest hardship faced by the Continental Army at Valley Forge?
The army endured a harsh winter with little food and supplies.
Which founding document justified overthrowing a government that violates people’s rights?
The Declaration of Independence