Causes of Tension Between Britain and the Colonies
How did the outcome of the French and Indian War directly influence the relationship between the American colonists and Britain?
Britain gained new territory but was left with a massive war debt, leading to increased taxation on the colonies.
What was the purpose of the Quartering Act of 1774, and how did the colonists react to it?
It required colonists to house and supply British soldiers, which angered them because they saw it as an invasion of their rights.
Considering the British viewpoint, how might the Coercive Acts have been seen as necessary for maintaining control over the colonies?
Britain believed they needed to punish Massachusetts and restore order after the Boston Tea Party.
Why was Thomas Jefferson chosen as the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?
He was a skilled writer and a widely respected Virginian, and his ideas aligned with Enlightenment principles.
What was the name of the general who led the British army?
General Cornwallis
Why did the British issue the Royal Proclamation of 1763 after the French and Indian War?
To prevent conflicts between settlers and Native Americans by banning colonial settlement west of the Appalachian Mountains.
How did propaganda, such as Paul Revere’s engraving of the Boston Massacre, influence colonial opinion?
It exaggerated British brutality, increasing anti-British sentiment and uniting colonists against British rule.
How did the Coercive Acts (Intolerable Acts) push the colonies toward revolution?
They united the colonies against Britain by severely punishing Massachusetts and restricting colonial rights.
Which event is considered the first armed conflict between the American colonists and British soldiers, often referred to as "the shot heard 'round the world"?
The Battles of Lexington and Concord.
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200: The French Joined the side of the Americans, after an American victory at this battle:
200: What was the name of the location in where the French trained the Americans
Battle of Saratoga
Valley Forge
What was the effect of the Royal Proclamation of 1763 on the American colonists, and how did it contribute to growing tensions?
Colonists were angered because they felt entitled to settle the land they had fought for, leading to resentment toward British rule.
Why do you think John Adams defended the British soldiers involved in the Boston Massacre, and how might his actions have influenced American public opinio
He believed in fair trials and the rule of law; his actions showed that the colonies valued justice, even for their enemies.
Why did the First Continental Congress meet in 1774?
To organize a unified response to the Intolerable Acts and discuss colonial resistance.
Compare the strengths and weaknesses of the American and British forces at the start of the Revolution. What was the biggest key difference?
The British had a well-trained army and navy, while the Americans relied on militias and guerrilla tactics.
George Washington set a trap for the British at which final battle?
Battle of Yorktown
How did the British debt from the French and Indian War lead to policies that contributed to the American Revolution?
Britain imposed new taxes, such as the Stamp Act, to help pay off its war debt, which angered the colonists.
Why do you think the British refer to the "Boston Massacre" as the "Incident on King Street?"
The British saw it as a minor skirmish, not a massacre, and wanted to downplay its significance.
How did the First Continental Congress respond to British policies?
They sent a Olive Branch petition to King George III, organized boycotts, and prepared for possible military action.
Why did George Washington avoid large battles and instead focus on a defensive strategy during the American Revolution?
He knew the Continental Army was outnumbered and outmatched, so he used strategic retreats to prolong the war.
What could have been the potential impact of the Battle of Yorktown if General Cornwallis had won instead of surrendering?
The American cause would have collapsed, and independence would not have been achieved
Which of the following best explains why the Stamp Act of 1765 angered the American colonists?
It was the first direct tax on the colonists, requiring them to pay for an official stamp on every day printed materials, without colonial representation in Parliament.
What was the final outcome of the "Boston Massacre/Incident on King Street" trial?
Most soldiers were acquitted, and two were convicted of manslaughter, receiving reduced sentences.
What was the significance of the Olive Branch Petition sent by the Second Continental Congress to King George III?
It was an attempt at peace, but King George III rejected it, leading to a final break between Britain and the colonies.
How would the perspective of a Loyalist differ from that of a Patriot regarding the Intolerable Acts?
Loyalists believed the acts were justified to maintain order, while Patriots saw them as oppressive.
What were the key outcomes of the Treaty of Paris (1783), and how did they shape the future of the United States?
Britain recognized American independence, and the U.S. gained land east of the Mississippi River, establishing its borders.