7 Principles
This principle means the people hold the power and can change or abolish the government.
Popular Sovereignty
The first battles of the Revolutionary War fought in April 1775 at these two towns
Lexington and Concord
The distance between the colonies and their ruling government created a sense of independence and freedoms.
What was the impact of Lexington and Concord?
Colonists felt more confident, war was inevitable, the British were embarrassed and angry.
Quartering Act
Name the principle that divides power between the national government and state governments
Federalism
Sons of Liberty
Name the economic system where colonies provided raw materials to Britain and were forced to buy finished goods from Britain.
Mercantilism
As a result of the Boston Tea Party, the British shutdown the Boston Harbor until _______.
The colonists paid back the cost of the tea.
When was the Declaration of Independence signed? Month, Day, Year
July 4, 1776
This principle makes sure no single branch has all the power by allowing each branch to limit the others.
Checks and Balances
In 1770, this event 5 colonists died while no British soldiers died. This greatly increased anti-British sentiment in the colonies.
Boston Massacre
What phrase was used by the colonists to protest some of the new laws such as the Stamp Act and Townshend Acts?
No Taxation without Representation
Why did the Tea Act anger the colonists?
They could only buy tea through Great Britain's company (East India Company) - colonists that were making money on tea were now going broke
How did the Daughters of Liberty protest the British?
Created homemade items such as tea and clothing
The principle that says the government only has the powers given to it by the Constitution; not even the president is above the law.
Limited Government
Who was fighting on both sides of the French and Indian War?
France and Native Americans vs. British and colonists
This movement caused the colonists to rethink the role of government, rights, and how the British were treating them.
The Enlightenment
What group of people was responsible for passing all of the restrictive laws aimed at the colonies?
Parliament
What tactic was used by the Sons of Liberty to intimidate and punish tax collectors?
Tar and feathering
Citizens elect representatives to make government decisions for them
Republicanism
These new laws had the main purpose of punishing the colonists for their role in the Boston Tea Party.
Intolerable Acts
How did the French and Indian War create a negative feeling with the colonists even though it was fought to protect their land?
The British forced colonists to pay for the debt which led to all of the new taxes.
Name 2 restrictions/changes made with the Intolerable Acts
Boston Harbor closed, Massachusetts Governor and other roles were now British, British gave land to Quebec, Quartering Act Strengthened, British officials now could go back to Britain for trial if they were accused of a crime.
No Taxation without Representation best connects to what Principle?
Republicanism